Meatless "Meatloaf"
Its not so expensive if you already eat meatless. All of these nuts I always have on hand, because theyre a regular part of my diet. This sounds delicious, cant wait to try it.
Older Dog With Severe Anxiety Issues?
Take him to the vet immediately. Hes telling you something is very wrong.
Portabello Mushroom Appetizer
Just for a note, you can run your mushrooms under water or even soak them to clean them and not worry with the absorption. Studies have been done that show they actually absorb negligible amounts of water when washing. And this sounds like a great recipe.
Is Broccoli Good Or Bad For Dogs?
When my dog was diagnosed with dangerously high triglycerides, broccoli became a staple in her diet and this continued when she was diagnosed with cancer. She loved it, never had any problems and helped her health tremendously.
Giving a Dog Medication?
My dog had to take 3 pills 3 times a day for a couple of years and she always outsmarted me until I tried cheese. If I made the ball of cheese too big she would eat the cheese and spit out the pill, but a small cushiony ball of cheese she couldnt resist and...
What Else Can I Do to Improve the Quality of Life for My Ill Cat?
My dog had cancer last year in her nose and like mrs. story she was wagging her tail and happy right before we put her down. But I didnt feel bad about it. I felt it was her last gift from me. The vet that put her down sent me something in a card a couple days...
Recommendations for an Oil Free Sunblock?
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer dry touch in the SPF 30 range is great for just that. I find the higher ranges are not as dry touch, by I use them nonetheless. I also love the Neutrogena liquid sunscreen in 70. I find if you need moisture these are not for you, but...
Puppy Has Fast Growing Lump?
Dont assume the worse. My puppy had quite a few growing lumps as a pup and they all turned out to be just fatty tumors. More of an aggravation than something threatening. Just wait it out and dont worry too much, take her to the vet when it opens.
Long Term Health Effects on a Puppy That Survives Parvo?
No more vaccines? Thats a little dreamy, I must say. Vaccines are a necessary part of life if you ever have to board your dog. Its also necessary if you live in an area where your dog can get rabies or even if you bring your dog to the dog park.
Seizures in Dogs?
No this is not ok. Very much not ok. Follow the doctors orders and if there are problems, go back to see the doctor.
Is Advantage Better Than Other Flea and Tick Products?
The stuff from the vet is better at controlling fleas, but you dont have to buy it from them. I buy a year at a time online for my dog and I buy K9 Advantix because it also repels mosquitoes and my dog really needs that on the gulf coast.
Dog Foods for a Dog With Allergies?
My schnauzer had the same problem and found that good brands like Science Diet were not so good. I switched her to Canidae and later in life to Blue Buffalo because of health problems. When I switched her, the change was immediate. Also, fish oil on the food...
Why Does My Dog Try to Bite When Petting His Head?
I would definitely take your dog to the vet; its trying to tell you something. Im not saying this is what is going on with your dog, but its an example, my example actually. My dog loved for her eyes to be rubbed, for years. Then one day she didnt like, really...
Chicken And Rice L'Orange
I made this tonight for supper and it was a keeper! Very simple and very good. The only thing I did differently is I added some frozen peas to the rice after cooking and I used sugar free marmalade. It was great. Thanks for the recipe.
Liquid or Powder Homemade Laundry Soap for Top Loader?
I have a Cabrio and use a homemade powder form. What I do is after I grate the soap, I spread it out on a platter and let it dry out for about 2 or 3 days, depending on the air in your home. Then I put it in a food processor. It becomes a fine, fine powder...
How Do I Make Easy Spanish Rice?
3/4 cup rice 1 can tomato soup V8, to fill the soup can chopped onion to taste chopped garlic to taste cumin, salt and pepper to taste Toast the rice in a little oil with onion. When it starts to brown toss in garlic. Cook for another minute or so. Add tomato...
Eating Healthy on a Budget
I dont find this to be true at all. You have to keep in mind, when its said to eat more fruits and veg, you dont HAVE to buy fresh. I pick up frozen peas, carrots, brussels, cauliflower, etc at my local Save A Lot for 99 cents a bag. Apples and bananas are...
Dog Keeps Eating Grass?
I have asked the vet about that once, because my dog like to eat some weeds, like dandelions. He said that its not true that dogs eat grass when theyre sick or to help them throw up, as I like to hear people say. He said some dogs just like to eat grass and...
Insulating Windows Against Summer Heat?
My husband and I had the same problem and we went to a home improvement store and bought the kits to make your own solar screen. It has made all the difference in the world! It was very easy to make and it just replaced the screens that were existing in our...
Sneezing Cat?
Im not sure about cats, but I have a dog who had a similar thing and the vet said that things shouldnt come out of their noses or get the sniffles like humans do. I would take your cat to the vet as soon as you can to see what the cause is.
Recipes for Lowering Your Cholesterol?
My husband had high cholesterol but I didnt; yes we eat the same foods so not all is due to food but how your body processes and deals with fat and cholesterol in the body. Also my dog had high cholesterol and this worked for her too - oatmeal. Now it didnt...
Treating a Dog's Strep Infection Without Antibiotics?
Dont be afraid of the antibiotics, it will heal your dog. Strep, as Robyn said, is dangerous. Treat your dogs health as you would yours, and dont mess around.
Shaving a Dog?
Be careful not to go too short and never clip against the way the hair grows, always with. As the others said, depending on the breed you may burn up your clippers.
Dog is Hiding and Won't Eat?
Im gonna say pain, bring the dog to the vet as soon as you can. When my mini Schnauzer had a very painful surgery a few years ago, she did this not long after I had gotten her home. I called my vet and he said that that is the way they behave when they are...
Keeping Mold from Growing on House Siding?
The north side of any structure whether out in the forest or at home gets the mold, mildew and moss. The north side of anything gets the least amount of sunlight. I dont think you can prevent this as its the sun that kills and prevents it from growing in the...
A+D Ointment for Dry Feet
Also a good tip to get rid of dry, cracked feet is those acne pads like Clearasil pads. Rub them on your feet every night.
Dog is Acting Strange Since Taking Rimadyl?
My vet took my dog off it. If you look it up, there are deaths associated with this drug as well as other symptoms. Pfizer, the maker, didnt want to say that death could be caused so FDA pulled their ads. It does say it on the box now, but from what my vet...
Is My Son a Vegetarian?
Im a texture person too. My plate looks like a kid has been through it every time (Im in my 30s); I pick through everything. Plainly put, vegetarians eat VEGETABLES/FRUITS/GRAINS. Or put in another way, THINGS WITH NO EYES (except for potatoes hahaha). He just...
In Memory of Dukane (Doberman)
What a beautiful dog! Just remember the love you two shared and how lucky the both of you were to have each other. He looked so very happy.
Making Homemade Bath Product Similar To "Iced Tea Twist"?
I love that product too, but luckily there is an outlet mall near me with a Bath and Body Works store. Just last month I bought 3 bottles @ 1.75 a piece. If you have an outlet store near you, check it out.
Is Cheese Unhealthy For Dogs?
my vet said cheese is a no-no, contributing to high cholesterol just like in humans. My vet said to cut it out.
Saving Money to Go on Vacation?
What my husband and I do is save our change, I know youve heard it a million times. We go beyond change and save 1s, 5s, and about 50% of 10s. We both know the goal of the money so were never tempted to spend it. The money grows FAST!
Dog Regurgitating After Eating Grass?
I had asked my vet about grass eating as my dog like to eat some weeds. He said that its an old wives tale that dogs eat grass to help an upset tummy or to make the throw up. He said some dogs just like to eat grass and weeds. He said usually the throwing up...
