http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-health-blog.html The Dog Health Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the Three-Little-Pitties.com web site. Subscribe here. en-us dog health Mon, 14 May 2012 22:23:18 GMT Mon, 14 May 2012 22:23:18 GMT three-little-pitties.com http://www.three-little-pitties.com/home-remedy-for-mange.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/home-remedy-for-mange.html Whether a home remedy for mange works depends a great deal on the health of your dog. Here are symptoms of mange, treatments and health hazards.You might be surprised at the cure. Mon, 14 May 2012 22:23:17 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/probiotics-for-dogs.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/probiotics-for-dogs.html The thirteen reasons why giving probiotics for dogs increases dog health. Canine probiotics do far more than cure antibiotic side effects. Mon, 14 May 2012 18:55:28 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/canine-probiotics.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/canine-probiotics.html Canine Probiotics are good for your dog. They are especially helpful when transitioning to a canine raw diet and here's why. Mon, 14 May 2012 16:39:57 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-mucus.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-mucus.html Why does Fido get dog mucus? That throat phlegm and even nose mucus? You may be able to fix it naturally without a trip to the vet. First, let's take a look at the cause. Thu, 10 May 2012 18:33:32 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/flea-bites-on-humans.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/flea-bites-on-humans.html Flea bites on humans are rarely as common (or prolific) as bites on our dogs and cats. Can fleas live on people? In human hair? What are flea bite symptoms? Why do they itch and how can we stop it? Mon, 07 May 2012 04:53:57 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/flea-control-in-the-home.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/flea-control-in-the-home.html Natural flea control in the home begins with cleaning. Think of your vacuum as your best friend for flea removal.Spraying chemicals may hurt your dog more than the fleas.Save poison for the vac bag. Sat, 05 May 2012 23:46:16 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/healthy-dog-snacks.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/healthy-dog-snacks.html Carnivore Cookies? Yes! The simplicity of these healthy dog snacks may surprise you. These quick, easy recipes have no sugar, no salt and are easy to make. Thu, 03 May 2012 15:20:16 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/white-flour.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/white-flour.html There are many reasons I won't let my dogs have white flour. I don't care if you call it white, all purpose, or cake flour. It's bad stuff and here's why. Thu, 03 May 2012 15:16:33 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-liver-health.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-liver-health.html Whether your dog has a liver health problem or you just want to know what the liver does and how to strengthen it, I’m your girl.First let’s look at dog liver health with how things should work. Thu, 03 May 2012 14:57:55 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-kibble.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-kibble.html A few basic points about dog kibble, and then we will go into more detail... Thu, 03 May 2012 14:04:30 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/bordetella-vaccine.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/bordetella-vaccine.html The Bordetella vaccine is supposed to prevent canine kennel cough, but bordetella bronchiseptica virus is not the only cause of this canine cold. Thu, 03 May 2012 13:57:27 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/losing-a-dog.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/losing-a-dog.html Coping with divorce or separation is anxiety filled, especially when losing a dog. Who understands? Are you grieving over a dog loss? Feel an ache in your heart or the weight of a brick in your gut? Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:52:04 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/unconditional-love-for-my-little-dog-beethoven.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/unconditional-love-for-my-little-dog-beethoven.html Fur white and fluffy as the glistening clouds and snow. Heart pure as gold. Our friendship was as deep as the bluest river. Our hearts were bound by Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:35:24 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/peace-love-and-rocket-spinone.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/peace-love-and-rocket-spinone.html This is my boy Rocket. We love to enter Woofstock costume contest. Check him out. * * * Susan, I love your Rocket. Definitely more than a dog with Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:33:18 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/maggie-well-be-together-again1.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/maggie-well-be-together-again1.html THIS IS A STORY I WROTE ABOUT OUR LITTLE MAGGIE. SHE JUST PAST AWAY LAST WEEK. OH, HOW I MISS HER. THIS STORY HELPS EASE THE PAIN, KNOWING THAT SHE'S Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:15:21 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/the-life-of-riley.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/the-life-of-riley.html My Riley girl was my best buddy. I was there the day she was born and was the first to hold her. It was the best day - I knew that of the 4 puppies born Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:05:24 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/maggie-well-be-together-again.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/maggie-well-be-together-again.html THIS IS A STORY I WROTE ABOUT OUR LITTLE MAGGIE. SHE JUST PAST AWAY LAST WEEK. OH, HOW I MISS HER. THIS STORY HELPS EASE THE PAIN, KNOWING THAT SHE'S Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:34:23 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/are-pit-bulls-dangerous.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/are-pit-bulls-dangerous.html Are Pit Bulls dangerous? I was scared to death of the breed because I’d heard the stories. Never mind that I’d owned a German Shepherd and two Great Danes Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:39:58 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dangerous-dogs.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dangerous-dogs.html Are Pit Bulls dangerous dogs? Have you ever been bitten by a Pit Bull? Me either. I have however, been bitten by two Chihuahuas, a Husky and a Cocker Spaniel. Lets look... Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:58:03 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-farting.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-farting.html Is your dog farting? Flatulence is dog digestion gone bad and here are some ideas to combat this offensive odorous canine song. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:31:22 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/brushing-dogs-teeth.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/brushing-dogs-teeth.html Brushing dogs teeth is an important part of basic dog care to avoid both teeth problems and canine gum disease. Here is a fun and comfortable way to do it. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:21:53 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-aggression.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-aggression.html How did dog fights start at my house? Dog food aggression. Please use this proper mealtime leadership protocol. Remember, dogs do not growl or bite out of anger. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:08:57 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/funny-dog-stories.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/funny-dog-stories.html My funny dog stories begin back in '85.Unpacking stuff in my new house I answered a knock at the door.A woman in her late thirties stood dangling a tasteless red pump while asking,"Is this your shoe?" Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:31:25 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/elevated-dog-food-bowls.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/elevated-dog-food-bowls.html Your canine is not a giraffe. Elevated dog food bowls are good for large and some medium dogs. Here's why, along with some ideas for free dog bowl stands. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:13:30 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/raw-bones-for-dogs.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/raw-bones-for-dogs.html Raw bones for dogs provide important minerals, protein, fats, collagen, vitamins, and enzymes in perfect proportions, especially if they are raw meaty bones. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:57:12 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-manufacturers.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-manufacturers.html Sound harsh? Do I blame dog food manufacturers for lousy ingredients in commercial kibble and can foods causing canine illness? You bet. Do we have anything to do with it? Yes. Here’s what we can do. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:01:34 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-manufacturing.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-manufacturing.html Dog food manufacturing came to our rescue when we didn't even know we had a problem. Advertisers told us we wanted quick, easy, and scientifically formulated nutritious dog food. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 01:03:36 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-comparison.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-comparison.html Here’s a realisitic dog food comparison. First between raw, homemade, kibble and canned. Then we’ll delve into comparisons of commercial foods. Ready? Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:43:36 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-recipes.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-recipes.html For those who prefer to cook for their dog, here are a few dog food recipes to get you started. Please keep in mind that variety is good and NEVER MICROWAVE, even to warm food. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:55:38 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-ear-cleaning.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-ear-cleaning.html Ready for dog ear cleaning? Here's how to perform this basic care safely yourself. See, smell and treat dog ear problems before they escalate. Free recipe for cleaner and ear mite medicine. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 01:08:29 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/antibiotic-side-effects.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/antibiotic-side-effects.html Canine antibiotics kill much more than the bad stuff. Have you noticed any of these antibiotic side effects in your dog? Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:03:46 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-yeast-ear-infection.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-yeast-ear-infection.html A dog yeast ear infection can be one of many antibiotic side effects. Here's a few things you can do to cure it once and for all. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:10:13 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/healthy-dog-treats.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/healthy-dog-treats.html There are so many choices for healthy dog treats! We'll start with the easiest because this list is for stuff you don't even have to cook. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:02:19 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/symptoms-of-canine-diabetes.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/symptoms-of-canine-diabetes.html Dog weight loss with excessive thirst and increased appetite are symptoms of canine diabetes. Is there more? Yes, and here is why these signs and symptoms of dog diabetes occur. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:51:27 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-chew-toys.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-chew-toys.html Chewing is an integral part of being a canine. The right dog chew toys are good exercise, relieve tension and will save your shoes. Here are ideas for free, fun and unique toys. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 02:59:24 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-heartworm-treatment.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-heartworm-treatment.html Do you have to give a pill once a month for prevention? No, and here’s why. Understand life cycle, canine symptoms and dog heartworm treatment options; both medical and herbal. Sat, 07 Jan 2012 18:42:29 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-ingredients-to-avoid.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-food-ingredients-to-avoid.html Here is a list of dog food ingredients to avoid; followed by the reasons these are toxins in food and may ultimately bring on canine illness including diabetes and kidney disease in dogs. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:01:11 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/beef-bones-for-dogs.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/beef-bones-for-dogs.html Beef bones for dogs present a problem if you live in the United States. Why when they are such a good source of minerals and calcium for dogs? Some contain toxic lead. Find out what, where and why. Mon, 02 Jan 2012 19:09:48 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/allopathic-physician.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/allopathic-physician.html An allopathic physician is an MD or a DVM. They spend several years in school, yet don't often cure humans or dogs. We need to understand their protocol and ask what's in it for us and our dogs? Mon, 02 Jan 2012 13:12:40 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/basic-dog-care.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/basic-dog-care.html Here’s your free mini guide for basic dog care, including nail clipping, bathing tips, ear cleaning and teeth brushing. Learn which canines never need teeth cleaning and get the scoop on poop. Mon, 02 Jan 2012 12:21:57 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/rainbow-bridge-poem.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/rainbow-bridge-poem.html If you are dealing with the death of a dog, here is the Rainbow Bridge Poem. There's also a great poem by Khalil Gibran that helps me immensely. Maybe I can help you with my own story. Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:10:00 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/a-natural-remedy-for-fleas.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/a-natural-remedy-for-fleas.html Is nutritious dog food a natural remedy for fleas? Mostly, yes. What I mean is this: With proper dog nutrition, your dog just isn't as appealing to a flea. These parasites... Fri, 30 Dec 2011 16:11:39 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/smiling-dogs.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/smiling-dogs.html Real pictures of smiling dogs Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:14:02 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-acupressure.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-acupressure.html What is dog acupressure? Like acupuncture, canine acupressure is a treatment for health problems like arthritis and hip dysplasia. Learn simple techniques for free. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:13:45 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/brown-rice-for-dogs.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/brown-rice-for-dogs.html What you should know about brown rice for dogs. How to cook it, why it’s better than white rice in homemade dog food and when you have a dog that shouldn’t eat it at all. Sun, 11 Dec 2011 01:13:03 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/garlic-for-dogs.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/garlic-for-dogs.html Garlic for dogs? Yes! It's antibiotic, antiviral, anti-fungal, and boosts the immune system. A vitamin rich health supplement and natural medicine all in one. Learn the correct type, dosage and what v Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:25:13 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/search-dog-health.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/search-dog-health.html Search dog health subjects with this convenient Search Box to find anything you need on this site. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:01:25 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/how-to-love-your-job.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/how-to-love-your-job.html If you want to learn how to love your job, get a head start and learn from my mistakes! Then follow my list of questions to ask yourself. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 22:44:11 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-vomiting.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/dog-vomiting.html "Help! My dog is throwing up!" If this is you right now, calm down. You can stop dog vomiting with a over-the-counter, homeopathic or herbal remedy. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:21:09 GMT http://www.three-little-pitties.com/contact-me.html http://www.three-little-pitties.com/contact-me.html Do you want to contact me? Do you have a question or a comment about the Three Little Pitties website? Your dog's diet? A dog health question? Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:19:12 GMT