Lab vs Weimaraner: Similarities and Differences

My Lab and my weimaraner eat a dog food that is considered “grain free.” I believe a grain-free diet for dogs makes sense, but I still worry a bit. I remember the headlines from 2018 about grain-free diets potentially causing heart disease in dogs. So I decided to look into this a bit further for …

In this article I’ll go over some of the pros and cons of feeding raw game meat to dogs as part of the dog’s overall raw diet. A raw diet means just like it sounds, feeding a dog a diet of raw meat and bones. Learn more about the basics of raw feeding here and …

Are you wondering how to find vets that support raw feeding? It can be tricky finding the right vet especially if you’re looking for one knowledgeable about raw feeding. Back when I lived in rural NC, there were lots of traditional vets whose offices I drove by on a regular basis. However, none of them …

How do you feed raw dog food?  As a passionate raw feeder, that’s a question I’m often asked and happy to answer! It’s an important one too because there are several different ways of feeding dogs raw dog food. The beauty is that none of them are wrong and all have their upsides and drawbacks. …

If you’re confused about how to use secreting organ meat for dogs in raw feeding, this blog post is for you.  Besides sharing a secreting organ meat for dogs recipe you can use in your homemade raw dog food, I’ll also explain what secreting organs are and why raw-fed dogs need them. And just in …

Are you thinking about feeding your dog raw and kibble?  Whatever your reason may be for looking into this combination feeding approach, the general answer is yes, you can feed your dog raw and kibble. However, it’s important to understand that there are some factors to consider before you start mixing the two foods. So …

There is a lot of misinformation and fear mongering out there on reasons not to feed your dog a raw diet. I thought I would write about some of these to show you that feeding a raw diet is not perfect, but it is also not dangerous. My two dogs have appeared to do well …

Whether or not you should remove a dog’s dew claws depends on who you ask.  I personally believe it’s best to leave a dog’s paws natural, but most dogs seem to do just fine with or without their dew claws.  I’ve had sporting breeds my whole life. Some had their dew claws removed as puppies …

It’s normal for dogs to chase squirrels and other small animals! In this article, I’ll share some ideas for how to stop a dog from chasing squirrels in your yard, on walks or on trails. Why do dogs chase squirrels? Some dogs have a higher prey drive than others, depending on their breed and personality.  …

There’s much to think about when you’re adopting a dog, but before your new furry friend moves in, get ready for dog adoption interview questions. They’re an important part of the doggie adoption process, both on your end as well as on the shelter or rescue organization. Why are they so important? Well, you’ll want …