HOW TO RAISE YOUR DOGS NATURALLY

OUR HISTORY

I (mummy) studied to become a vet in the 90s but soon I realised that I didn’t have what it takes to practice it – I just couldn’t take it emotionally to pursue a career in veterinary medicine.

Although I haven’t practiced veterinary medicine, over the years I’ve always tried to keep clued up on all health matters concerning all my pets by following not only modern medical sources but also canine herbalists and holistic veterinarians. My background in veterinary medicine enabled me to understand how things work better.

But please note that all dogs are different, they have special needs unique to them and you should always consult with your vet if your dogs have underlying health issues. Please note that this website is all about advice and what works for us. It should not replace vetinary advice when it comes to caring for your dogs.

First let’s take a quick look at Daisy and Lucy’s needs so we can make a start on what we mean by raising dogs naturally.

LUCY – A NERVOUS RESCUE DOG

For the first 4 years of her life, Lucy has been kept in a cage to eat, sleep and go to toilet. She was used for breeding over and over, her puppies taken away from her prematurely – probably to be sold on dodgy websites. She had been spayed by the time she came to live with us.

How she’s been treated in the past does infuriate me however this is not our subject here… We adopted Lucy almost a year ago and although she has flourished and came out of her shell day by day, she still has ongoing problems. 

Sadly we didn’t get to raise Lucy from puppyhood and she had been fed a mixture of cheap kibble, if anything. But it’s never too late to improve her health naturally with supplements and good quality food. I dedicated myself to making sure she gets the best care to spend the rest of her life in good health.

DAISY – AN ALLERGIC DOG

Even though Daisy is a Kennel Club registered, pedigree dog with health checked parents and that she has been with us since she was a tiny pup, her pristine lineage doesn’t guarantee her health.

Being a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, she is prone to heart disease, joint problems and CM/SM (Chiari Malformation and Syringomyelia) to name a few. That’s why it’s very important for breeders to health test Cavaliers which reduces the chances of developing these serious conditions significantly.

Luckily, she has none of those issues as of 2 years of age and I made it my mission to raise her as naturally as possible to provide her the healthiest conditions to thrive in. Unfortunately she does suffer from a sensitive tummy and allergies.