Archive for the "Pet Skin Health" Category
Raw Food Diet for Canine Skin Disorders
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010
Skin disorders have become increasingly common in household canines. According to veterinarians, skin and itch disorders are the body’s natural mechanism for removing harmful toxins. As the skin is the body’s largest organ, it is indeed responsible for releasing toxins from the body.
How Zinc Affects Your Pet’s Skin
Friday, June 4th, 2010Zinc is an essential trace element, necessary to sustain all forms of life, and is found in nearly every cell of the body. Studies have shown that zinc is required by the immune system for proper immune function and wound healing.
While zinc is typically supplemented in adequate amounts in commercially produced pet foods, it is [...]
Taking Natural Care of Your Dog’s Dry, Itchy Skin
Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 Is your dog driving going crazy with constant itching and scratching? It may be just a nuisance to you, but can be very painful for your dog.
Just like humans, dogs can develop dry skin. When a dog has dry skin, they feel irritated and uncomfortable. This can result in excessive biting or licking in [...]
Natural Remedies for an Itchy Pet
Monday, May 31st, 2010It’s no fun being itchy, and itchy pets aren’t happy pets. If you notice your pet itching, you’ll want to closely examine it for any signs of fleas or ticks, or other possible allergens.
If your pet is itching frequently, chews on various body parts or seems to be losing patches of fur, you will want [...]
The Correct Way to Groom Your Pet
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010Pet grooming is an essential part of your pet’s overall health. Grooming improves the health of the skin, which is essential for the health and happiness of your pet. Just ten minutes or less per day of grooming can effectively keep your pet’s skin healthier.
Brushing Your Pet
Brushing is one part of grooming that should be [...]
Silica and Your Pet’s Healthy Skin, Hair and Nails
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010Many nutrients can improve the overall health of the skin, hair and nails of your pet, and silica is just one of them.
Silica: What is it?
Silica is the common name for the non-metallic chemical compound silicon dioxide (a combination of the element silicon with oxygen). Silicon does not exist as a free element, as it [...]
Orthopedic Beds for Older Dogs
Thursday, April 29th, 2010As your pet gets older, he begins to move more slowly and stiffly. He doesn’t jump and play like he used to. Chances are that sleeping on the floor just isn’t as comfortable as it once was.
Today, pets are considered family members more than ever before, and orthopedic beds aren’t just for humans anymore. Now [...]
Caring for Your Pet’s Eczema
Friday, April 16th, 2010The health of your pet’s skin is very closely related to your pet’s overall health. The skin and fur of your pet make up a large part of its body mass and need for nutrition. Although cats and dogs can have a variety of skin issues, one of the most common is eczema. Pet eczema [...]
Canine Alopecia: Hair Loss in Dogs and How to Help Your Dog Cope
Sunday, February 21st, 2010Dog Hair Loss
As a pet owner, it’s hard to see your dog suffer any kind of wound or illness. Their physical pain affects you because they are part of the family. When your dog begins to lose their hair, or go bald, it can be for a variety of different reasons. This progression can be [...]
Cat Hair Loss: Common Causes of Hair Loss in Domestic Cats
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010In the hot summer months, it’s not uncommon for our feline companions to be shedding. There’s fur on the furniture, our clothes, and perhaps in the form of a partially digested hair ball, left right where we walk.
A little shedding is normal. If you notice that your kitty is losing chunks of fur or [...]
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