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An Interview with Dr Isla Fishburn – Canine Wellness Practitioner (Part 1)

After a far too long hiatus from writing posts, I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to present the first of a two part interview with Dr Isla Fishburn, a Canine Wellness Practitioner based in the UK. Those in the holistic canine world are very familiar with the amazing work of Isla and she has been a significant inspiration and kindred spirit who has had a great influence on my own personal and professional passion and philosophies of canine...

The Raw Truth with Vet Kelly Halls

I feel very privileged to meet so many wonderful professionals in the pet industry who continue to be a source of inspiration and valuable knowledge for me; Veterinarian Kelly Halls  BVSc (hons) of Bentons Road Vet Clinic in Mt Martha, Victoria (Australia) is one of those people and I admire her trailblazing advocacy of whole food and raw feeding for our pets within the veterinary world. Kelly and I recently appeared on a...

Choosing the best dog training treats

As an advocate of positive reinforcement training (R+) and wholesome species-appropriate nutrition, I have somewhat of an unhealthy obsession with searching out the best doggie treats for rewards! Here's my tips on the top things to consider when selecting healthy training treats for your pooch. Selecting training treats 1. Find treats your dog really wants to work for You're hardly going to get far with your (R+) training if your dog is not...

Not sure about raw? Pros and cons of raw feeding dogs

Real food rules! If it isn't clear from other articles on my site, I'm a huge fan of feeding wholesome, fit-for-species food - for me and my dogs! In most cases (although not all) I believe that raw human grade foods offer the best foundation of health for our pets. But there is so much conflicting information out there about it, how do you decide if it is right for your pet? Here's a little insight into the pros and cons based on my many years...