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Which oil should I give my dog? Coconut oil or salmon oil? The truth is, both oils have nutritional assets to offer your dog.

Salmon Oil

Salmon oil, a long chain fatty acid, is an Omega-3 polyunsaturated fat. Fish oils are comprised of essential fatty acids EPA and DHA. Essential fatty acids, or EFAs, are fatty acids that dogs must get from their diet because they are required for good health but cannot be synthesized by animals (or humans). So it is important then to supplement your dog’s diet with these beneficial fats.

Salmon Oil has proven to support older dogs as well as puppies. Because DHA is a building block of tissue in the brain and retina of the eye, younger dogs are helped by promoted brain and eye development. Older dogs can benefit from salmon oil’s anti-inflammatory abilities. Studies show that Omega-3 fatty acids may help dogs with osteoarthritis by improving mobility and reducing inflammation and joint pain.

Due to the ability of Omega 3’s to improve immune function, adding salmon oil reduces skin allergies and allows for fewer problems with dry, itchy skin. Because it nourishes the skin and coat, it decreases shedding. Perhaps the feature you will find most noticeable within a very short time is the healthy skin and glistening coat of your pet.

Omega 3’s not only improve immune function but also regulate the immune system for dogs with allergies or autoimmune disease.

Salmon oil may help against heart disease and cancer. EPA and DHA are converted into hormone-like substances called prostaglandins, which regulate cell activity (helps promote cancer cell differentiation) and healthy cardiovascular function (lowers blood pressure and triglycerides).

Omega 3’s provide support for dogs with kidney disease. Additionally, they aid in the prevention of diabetic neuropathy. Also, salmon oil helps achieve weight loss in overweight dogs. And energy and stamina are renewed by the use of fish oil.

Fish oil should be protected from light, heat, and air. Store liquid fish oil in the refrigerator. Purchase amounts that can be used within two months to avoid rancidity.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil, a medium-chain fatty acid, is a saturated fat and contains mainly lauric acid, caprylic acid, and capric acid. Saturated fats are stable and not prone to oxidation or free-radical formation. For years, we’ve been told that saturated fats are bad for us and for our pets but it’s now accepted and known they are indeed beneficial. To date, there are over 1,500 studies proving coconut oil to be one of the healthiest foods on the planet.

Coconut oil is loaded with saturated fats, which actually do not harm the blood lipid profile like previously thought. Saturated fats raise HDL (the good) cholesterol and change the LDL cholesterol to a benign subtype.

The fatty acids and breakdown products in coconut oil can kill harmful pathogens, like bacteria, viruses and fungi, potentially helping to prevent infections.

Coconut Oil produces longer sustained energy and increases metabolism. In dogs, the medium chain fatty acids (MDFAs) in coconut oil balance the thyroid, helping overweight dogs lose weight and helping sedentary dogs feel energetic.

Coconut oil is easy to digest. It may help improve your dog’s bad breath! Continue reading →

Dogs have a natural fur to keep them warm but sometimes this is not enough for our furry friends during the cold winter months of the UK, especially smaller dogs such as Chihuahuas and toy terriers as their fur is just not capable of withstanding the cold weather as other larger dogs might be able to do. For example Newfoundland dogs that were originally bread in Canada so they could endure the cold weather are able much able to cope with the cold British conditions during winter time compared with Chihuahuas who are originally from Mexico and are much more likely to freeze instead. However with many dog coats for winter now available in the online pet market and the growing demand for us to dress up our pets, finding the best dog coats to fit your dog can be hard to discover.

There are many different variations of dog coats from small to larger breeds and with most coats coming in a range of materials from wool to fleece as well as a diverse selection of styles. You can obtain traditional dog coats that cover your dog’s body and are quite unrestricted for your dog. These coats typically come in woollen and leather styles but other materials can be found from online dog boutiques.

You can also find specifically designed waterproof coats for your dog and these don’t have to be boring type of dog coats but come in available in various bright colours just like humans coats!

There are also various dog boutiques online offering a range of fashionable hooded designer cosy coats. Just because your dog needs a coat for necessity reasons doesn’t mean your pooch can’t look stylish whilst doing it. Or why not take it up a step and let your dog look super cool in a biker jacket and allow them to really look the part when out cruising. However if you have a more sensitive dog then you can always invest in an anxiety dog coat. These are designed to keep you little one warm but also help them with any anxiety fears they may have such as loud noises.

Whatever the style of the material of the coat you decide to buy for your dog, the most important thing to remember is that they warm and comfortable in what they wear and they are not in any way restricted. This can lead to a very unhappy dog which defeats the object of purchasing them a dog coat in the first place.

Pitbull puppies make amazing pets. These little puppies are anything but vicious, Pit bulls were created by breeding bulldogs and terriers together to produce a dog that combines the athleticism and energy of the terrier with the strength of the bulldog. Pitbull puppies are medium-sized and have short coats and well-defined muscles. These puppies have round eyes. They have tiny ears with typically half prick or rose in a carriage. They have tails that are slightly thick and taper to the tip. The distinct glossy, smooth, short, and stiff to the touch coat is well loved by pet owners.

Most dog lovers are looking for Pitbull puppies for sale because they are courageous, strong and have a brave attitude. There are different varieties of Pitbull puppies. Blue Pitbull puppies, for example, are relatively rare and are among the most wanted after coat color variations of the American Pitbull Terrier. The adult male could weigh as much as 35 to 60 pounds. An adult female on the other hand, weights between 30 to 50 pounds.

These dogs reach between 18 and 22 inches in height and their heads are large with a flat or slightly rounded skull and prominent muscular cheeks that are usually free of wrinkles. Finding Blue Pitbull puppies for sale is a bit of a challenge but not impossible. Same goes with the Blue-nose Pitbull puppies for sale, which are American Pitbull Terriers with blue coats or blue noses. They are actually not a separate breed or specific Pitbull bloodline. Continue reading →

Mascots are loved by virtually everyone for the fun and excitement they bring to the game especially with their half-time performances. The history of mascots is definitely diverse but one common thing about these guys is the love people have for them even when the mascot is of an opposing team. Mascots are not only meant to entertain the spectators, they also serve as iconic figures for the team, their supporters, and even the opponents, as they are the first members of the team seen even before the main team steps on the pitch.

Different teams choose different animals for their mascots with each mascot or animal chosen representing what the team stands for. Just as the University of Indianapolis chose the Greyhounds to be their mascot, other colleges have also chosen different animals to represent them, with the Boston University mascot being the Boston terrier.

As mentioned earlier, mascots are chosen as a representation of what the team or institution stands for which explains the choice of terrier as the mascot for the Boston University. Otherwise known as the “little gentlemen”, this breed of dog is known for being a protective companion and having a rich personality.

The Boston University is known for its prestige which explains why the terrier breed was chosen over other dog breeds. Just as charity begins at home, it only made sense for the university to choose the city’s breed to be their mascot.

The Boston mascot university comes in two colors – scarlet and white, making it one of “brightest-looking” mascots in the whole of United States of America. Other great and popular mascots in the US include the Washington Huskies, the Great Dane of the University of Albany, the Saint Bernard of Sienna College, and the Greyhounds of the University of Indianapolis.