I have always been interested in Homeopathy, and practice the methods on myself, since 1990. In 1998, I began to use the limited natural remedies, homeopathic and flower essences for pets that were available. Honestly, I have gone back and forth between conventional pet care and natural pet care. Within the last year, I am becoming more aggressive in using natural pet care vs conventional and am happy with the results. Holistic vets are becoming more mainstream, as is Holistic care in general.  I will soon receive my Certificate for Holistic Care for Companion Animals and Animal Acupressure.

Offering  Natural Dog House is consistent with The Pink Poodle Bakery, where you find fresh made 100% human grade, organic dog meals and treats at a reasonable cost, made with NO  by-products, wheat, filler, preservatives, artificial flavoring or coloring, and dog products and accessories made from natural and recycled materials . 

 Read more about natural pet care in the Premier issue of Natural Dog/Dog Fancy  on newstands now.

                   Have you had a Titer test for your dog?

Excessive vaccinations can be a cause of disorders such as cancer, allergic reactions and autoimmune diseases.  I get a Titer's test on my dogs every year.  Titer is a blood test done yearly. The results of the test will show when your dog needs a booster shot.

Homeopathy is NOT holistic but has common practices and thoughts. Homeopathy is a healing system based on  "cures like". In other words if something causes symptons (in large amounts). then a small amount can restore the body's balance and cure them.  I have used homeopathy on myself and friends sinve 1990. Off and on I have used it on my dogs and now homeopathy, flower essence, reiki and others are my primary wellness source.

Holistic is focusing on the whole dog/person in addition to the root causes of the problem, rather than symptioms.The outcome of holistic, homepathy, reiki, flower essence, natural remedies and food is to return the body to balance. When the body is balanced, it can heal disease from within instead of putting steriods, drugs and all sorts of things into the body.

                             PET HOSPICE GROUP

Natural Dog House is organizing a support group for pet owners who have a terminally ill dog,  or who has passed. The group, PEACE, offers a network of people who can be contacted by phone or email to offer support, to listen or offer suggestions on how to cope through this very difficult time. PEACE will also aid in necessary decision making as a "sounding board", private or public Celebration of Life event, support groups, regular meetings, and activities designed to help in the greiving process.

 For additional information or to become a Network Friend, please email us or call 866.585.6073.

                                    SENIOR DOG CARE

He or she has grown up by your side. Your best friend. Your companion. Your counselor. You see the gray hair creeping in and how he/she has slown his pace. The sparkle in his eyes is still there, the tail wags just as frantic if not more so these days. You want to make his senior years comfortable and enjoyable, but are not sure how.  Hopefully some of the information that follows will help. As always, feel free to call or email us at Natural Dog House.    CONTACT US

Dogs age differently, just like humans. Large and giant breeds reach their senior years earlier than small breeds. You will begin to see age related issues as early as 7 years of age and 5 years in large and giant breeeds. There is a predictable pattern of aging for most dogs. Sight and hearing become diminished. Health problems begin.

As your dog ages, he will become more sensitive to drugs. Older dogs have about a 30% reduction in the functioning of most body systems, including the kidneys and liver.  Holistic remedies are easier on an aging dog, as they are on all dogs.

Provide regualr exercise to strengthen the muscles, improve circulation and digestion and slow down the progression of arthritis.

Limping or constant difficulty in rising are definate indicators of chronic pain.

Your dog may not think, listen or understand what is happening around him as well as he once did due to changes that occur in the brain. Free radicals tend to build up quicker as your dog ages, shrinking brain tissue and causing chaos on the rest of the body.

If your dog shows signs of senility, ginko biloba may help, although it may take several months to see results. DON'T USE GINKO BILOBA IF YOUR DOG HAS A BLEEDING PROBLEM OR YOU GIVE HIM ASPIRIN AS GINKO CAN SLOW BLOOD CLOTTING. There are herbs that may also help with senility.

Separation anxiety is common in senior dogs.

Skin tends to be drier, thinner and prone to infection if torn or scratched. On hand holisitc remedies will help you if your dog's skin is torn or scratched. Having these remedies in your dog's own "medicine chest"  should be a must.

Dogs are subject to various diseases similar to humans such as obesity, cancer, kidney and liver failure, dental disease, arthritis, senility are common. Senior dogs do exprience heart failure, although they do not suffer from arteriosclerosis or heart attacks.

Aging decreases you dog's ability to handle poor quality food, dietery excesses or deficiencies and abrupt changes in menu. 

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                                                               DOGSCOPES

     Would you like your dog's daily dogscope delivered to your email every day?

Please go to CONTACT US page and complete the form. In the Comments box please enter your dog's name and birthdate. Each day your dog will receive his daily dogscope in your email.

                      PAL
               Pets Are Love
              a Hospice Group

We at The Pink Poodle Bakery and Natural Dog House are dedicated to providing needed care to pets of Hospice patients. We will provide food, toys, and bathing for a Hospice patient's dog free.
For more information, please call 662.842.6938 or email info@thepinkpoodlebakery.com

                 PEACE

Because I have gone and am going through the sadness of losing a precious pet family member, and the need to have someone to talk to who has the same compassion and feeling of loss so many of us feel, I have begun a group for Humans who are either beginning their journey, are in the process of the journey, or the journey has ended at The Rainbow Bridge.

The group or organization, (PEACE), can offer recomendations on easing the pet's journey, signs to look for in your pet when she/he  is becoming "tired". final decision making, support in grieving, after the journey support.

I would like a network  of people willing to take calls and emails from people who are or have experienced the journey,  who will take time to talk with, listen to the pet parent who is trying to cope with the feelings, decisions and aftermath. Ideally, group meetings would be wonderful so we all have an opportunity to help one another, offer support, love and comfort and allow the tears to flow without fear of judgement.

I also have activities for the bereaved that help in the coping process. 

If you are interested in being a part or know someone who would benefit from this group please call 662.842.6938 or 866.585.6073.

Community Outreach   Program -

The Pink Poodle Bakery and Natural Dog House has put together a Pet Owner Responsibilty Education Presentation for schools, groups and organizations. We will come to your school, meeting or event and give a presentation on adopting a pet into your family, the responsibility of caring for the dog, current laws, the importance of providing fresh water and food, health care, spay or neutering, and housing at no cost. 

For  more information or to schedule an appointment, email info@thepinkpoodlebakery.com or call 662.842.6938