{"id":438,"date":"2016-09-20T22:58:51","date_gmt":"2016-09-20T22:58:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/?p=438"},"modified":"2016-09-20T22:58:51","modified_gmt":"2016-09-20T22:58:51","slug":"health-tips-new-dog-owners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-wmplo.xyz\/zen\/health-tips-new-dog-owners\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Tips for New Dog Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-439 alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/dog.jpg\" alt=\"dog\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>All Natural Ways to Ensure Your Pet Stays Healthy<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Every new dog owner enjoys getting to know their new pet.\u00a0 Experts such as those in your dog walking service can tell you that bonding through playtime, petting, and cuddling are the easy part.\u00a0 But, have you ever wondered if you are making the right decisions concerning your pet\u2019s health? From veterinarian visits to making sure your d<br \/>\nog gets the right amount of exercise and food, doing what\u2019s not only required but what\u2019s the best for that new friend can be confusing and overwhelming.\u00a0 You may also wonder about which brand of dog food to buy, what types of preventative medicines, and supplements to include and even non-harmful shampoo.\u00a0\u00a0 For those of you struggling with how to give your new dog the best life you can provide, here are a few of the top all natural healthy tips for dogs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>All Natural Food<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A great way to ensure that your dog\u2019s food is healthy is by simply making it yourself. After all, it\u2019s the best way to know what is in the food you\u2019re giving and the best part is that you can eat it too!\u00a0 Be sure to find a hormone free meat such as beef, chicken, fish or turkey, and mix it with rice and dog friendly vegetables for healthy, natural, and delicious meals.\u00a0 Try to make sure that the meat you\u2019re serving your dog is of high quality and doesn\u2019t contain harmful chemical preservatives or specifically <a href=\"http:\/\/www.petwave.com\/Dogs\/Basics\/Gluten.aspx\">wheat gluten<\/a> which can cause diarrhea, weight loss, hair loss, and overall poor health.\u00a0 If you know anyone who has a wheat allergy that led to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.petwave.com\/Dogs\/Basics\/Gluten.aspx\">celiac disease<\/a>, this is similar to the intestinal problems that wheat gluten can give your four-legged friend.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-440 alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/bucket.jpg\" alt=\"bucket\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bathing and Coat Care<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Taking care of your dog\u2019s skin and fur doesn\u2019t have to be difficult.\u00a0 Shampoos, flea powders, and even sunscreen are readily available from natural name brand products to even <a href=\"http:\/\/www.prevention.com\/health\/healthy-living\/home-remedies-to-keep-your-dog-healthy\/slide\/5\">do-it-yourself<\/a> pantry items.\u00a0 A popular ingredient in many store-bought shampoos is oatmeal.\u00a0 It is soothing and non-irritating while effective at removing dirt and bacteria from fur and skin.\u00a0 What\u2019s even better is that making your own oatmeal shampoo can be extremely inexpensive.\u00a0 Simply add a bit of baking soda and warm water and lather up your pooch for a soothing treat.\u00a0 For the easy recipe instructions, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lifemadefull.com\/homemade-oatmeal-shampoo-for-dry-itchy-skin-for-dogs\/\">lifemadefull.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Flea powders and shampoos can be found at your local health store, but Dawn dishwashing liquid can be used in a pinch.\u00a0 This remedy is free from harsh chemicals and toxins that could irritate your dog\u2019s skin, dry it out, or cause allergic reactions.\u00a0 Want your dog to smell great and have a shiny coat? Coconut oil works wonderful for flea prevention and moisturizes your dog\u2019s dry skin. As a bonus, just like the food you\u2019ve learned to make for your dog, it is safe to use for yourself as well.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-441 alignnone\" src=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/ball.jpg\" alt=\"ball\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Medicine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Does your dog have bad breath?\u00a0 These could be signs of illness or allergies.\u00a0 An easy way to get rid of doggy-breath is just by adding specific ingredients to their food or as treats.\u00a0 Brown rice can help with digestion issues that cause bad breath.\u00a0 Carrots are a great treat that can also act as a toy by keeping your pet busy chewing while cleaning any bacteria from their gums.\u00a0 Other sicknesses can be cured by natural remedies instead of suspect over the counter medicines.\u00a0 Probiotics and electrolytes can aid anything from stomach upset to dehydration.\u00a0 You can find these in your grocery store in plain yogurts and even sports drinks or pediatric juices.\u00a0 As with everything your dog eats, just watch out for artificial ingredients or chemical preservatives.<\/p>\n<p>Taking proper care of your dog can be easy and fun.\u00a0 Following these healthcare tips, enlisting the services of a <a href=\"http:\/\/lovelyn.us\/\">professional dog walking company<\/a>, and choosing to use natural products can give your new\u00a0 best friend a better quality of life and make your time together as enjoyable as you expect it to be.\u00a0 For more tips on how to keep your pet healthy, click <a href=\"http:\/\/greenliving.about.com\/od\/thegreenfamily\/tp\/green_pet_food.htm\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; All Natural Ways to Ensure Your Pet Stays Healthy Every new dog owner enjoys getting to know their new pet.\u00a0 Experts such as those in your dog walking service can tell you that bonding 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