June 2003
WHOLE DOG JOURNAL ALLAYS DOG FOOD RECALL WORRIES
Subscribers Only Dogs cannot contract "mad cow disease" from eating food that was made from the rendered remains of an infected cow.
Letters 06/03: More On Flying With Dogs
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Natural Herbs for Flea Relief
Subscribers Only Herbalist Greg Tilford shares his recipes for building a dog’s defenses against fleas. Although they prefer a warm, humid climate, fleas can thrive virtually anywhere, even places where they seemingly have nothing to eat. When food (like your dog) is not available, fleas will feed upon the bodies of each other as they lay in wait for a larger meal, nestled within the ground covers, carpets, and cracks they call home.
Keeping Dog Training Fun for You and Your Dog
Subscribers Only Training works best when it’s enjoyable for you and your dog. Here are training games you can play alone with your dog, or with a group of fun-loving dog friends. While basic good manners and other more complex lessons are undeniably an important part of training, the most successful dog/owner teams are those who have cultivated their relationships with each other while they learn the ins and outs of “Sit,” Down,” “Stay,” and all the other things a dog needs to know.
Feeding a Vegitarian Diet
Dogs can exist as vegetarians, but making the diet “complete and balanced” requires owner commitment and diligence. Tamara McFarland, a dedicated vegetarian, spends several hours each week cooking up giant pots of barley or whole grains. She adds chopped tomatoes, avocados, sprouts, and other vegetables. Or she’ll try different kinds of rice, wheat bran, or oatmeal. But no matter the mix, she and her three dogs love the meals.
Taking Your Dog on Camping Trips
Subscribers Only Camping is one of my favorite vacations. There is nothing better than heading out into the wilderness, sleeping under the stars and hiking your days away. And camping is one vacation that you can fully share with every member of the family, including your canine friends!
Administer Anti-Inflammatory Drugs to Your Dog With Care
Subscribers Only Anti-inflammatory drugs are life-savers for many arthritic dogs, but used improperly, they can cause injury or even death. Veterinarians at the CVM regard canine NSAIDs to be safe and effective as long as consumers take precautions and pay attention to the labels and insert warnings.
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