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Hi! I'm Kimberly and I started this blog in December 2011 as an expression of my love of my dogs it's grown into a personal space where I chronicle what I learn about dog nutrition, raw feeding, health, training, behavior, and more. My blog has inspired books on raw feeding for dogs and an upcoming Seattle event for pet parents. Read about how to take better care of your dog in the..
Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
2M ago
Is your dog suffering from seasonal allergies? It's a common problem that can cause discomfort and frustration for dogs and their owners. But what if there was a natural and holistic way to alleviate dog allergies? Enter “Raw Feeding.” I'll share how raw feeding can help alleviate dog allergies in this article; I'll be using […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
After years of feeding a raw diet to my dogs, now that I have a solid grasp on formulating homemade dog food, my focus is on their gut health and immune system and addressing inflammation. In this article, I'll explore inflammation, including the definition, the side effects, and how to reduce inflammation. What is Inflammation? […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
Did you know that up to 20% of dogs may develop allergies at some point in their lives? That means as many as one in five dogs can suffer from allergies. Most allergies tend to show up after a pet is six months old, and most affected dogs are over the age of one or […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
Curious about your mutt's breed mix? A dog DNA test is a great way to learn more about your pup – and it doesn't stop at the breed information. Today, dog DNA tests provide information on your dog's health, and you can connect with your dog's siblings, cousins, and more. In this article, I will […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
I initially read about a respiratory illness reported in Oregon and California at the end of the summer of 2023. It's highly contagious and presents like kennel cough or the canine flu, but veterinarians aren't sure what this is, and traditional treatments (antibiotics) aren't effective in all cases. Today, hundreds of cases have been reported […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
My first introduction to hunger pukes had me racing to the veterinarian with my dog. Every morning, she'd vomit up yellow bile, and I was convinced she'd been exposed to a toxin. It was hunger pukes. What is Hunger Pukes? Hunger pukes, also known as canine bilious vomiting syndrome, refer to a condition in dogs […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
I attended the 2023 Thrive Pet Expo, where I connected with friends, fellow pet lovers, and industry experts. Poppy Phillips, an animal naturopath for Equine Alternatives LLC and fellow Christian, posed an interesting question: “Does praying over dog food boost nutrition?” I struggled with my response because, to be frank, I don't know. In this […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
Are you interested in learning more about raw feeding and can't fit an online course into your schedule right now? Have you taken an online course and would love a few organized notes to refer to going forward? Have you heard of quick study guides? These quick reference guides cover various topics, including nutrition, vitamins […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
One of the benefits of raw feeding is clean teeth and healthy gums. The belief is that dogs fed a regular diet of edible and recreational bones have cleaner teeth because the bones scrape away tarter, and the meat left on the bones flosses the teeth. While this may work for some dogs, I don't […]
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Keep the Tail Wagging » Dog Health
4M ago
Five years ago, Rodrigo passed into his senior years without any issues. But as the years crept on, things began to change. People don't often talk about senior dogs in the raw feeding community; the focus is usually on the needs of a growing puppy, not an aging senior. In this article, I'll share what […]
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