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Ruth Hatten
Apr 24, 20198 min read
Why I don't recommend feeding kangaroo to pets: Part II
In Part I of this blog series, I discussed the health concerns associated with kangaroo meat as a reason why I don't recommend feeding...
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Ruth Hatten
Mar 26, 20196 min read
Why I don't recommend feeding kangaroo to pets: Part I
Kangaroo meat is a popular protein to feed cats and dogs these days. It's considered a lean, nutritious and organic meat, a wild and...
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Ruth Hatten
Feb 20, 20194 min read
The Benefits of Vitamin C For Your Pet
In this blog post, you will learn why vitamin C is good for your cat and dog, when it can benefit your pet and how to incorporate it into...
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Ruth Hatten
Feb 4, 20196 min read
How Reiki can help your pet heal
In this blog post, you will learn what Reiki is, what happens in a Reiki session and how it forms part of a holistic healing approach for...
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Ruth Hatten
Nov 25, 20185 min read
Three Tips For Improving Your Pet's Health
In this blog post, you're going to learn some of the tips that form the basis of what I tell clients every day in my animal naturopathy...
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Ruth Hatten
May 28, 20183 min read
Pet food industry lies & the #RealFood4Pets Challenge
Read this blog post to find out: One lie that the pet food industry is telling you about pet food. What clean, natural, healthy pet food...
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Ruth Hatten
Apr 2, 20184 min read
Apple Cider Vinegar - Can Your Pet Benefit?
Read this blog post to find out: The fact from the fiction about the benefits of apple cider vinegar Five proven benefits of apple cider...
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Ruth Hatten
Mar 19, 20182 min read
The No. 1 Forgotten Ingredient In Your Pet's Diet
Read this blog post to find out: What is the no. 1 forgotten ingredient in your pet's diet? What's so good about this ingredient? How...
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Ruth Hatten
Mar 5, 20184 min read
Is your dog or cat getting enough EFAs?
Read this blog post to find out: What are EFAs? What's so good about EFAs and why does my pet need them? What are some good sources of...
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Ruth Hatten
Feb 19, 20185 min read
Dry food keeps my pet's teeth clean, doesn't it?
It's a common belief that dry food (or kibble) is necessary in our pets diets to keep their teeth clean and gums healthy - to avoid...
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Ruth Hatten
Feb 11, 20183 min read
Does raw chicken cause canine paralysis?
Some of you may have seen or heard about the University of Melbourne's U-Vet Werribee Animal Hospital study that alleges that dogs eating...
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Ruth Hatten
Feb 6, 20183 min read
7 tips for transitioning your pet to a new diet
Transitioning a cat or dog to a new diet can be tricky. If you're transitioning your pet to a new diet that's going to provide them with...
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Ruth Hatten
Jan 9, 20186 min read
Moving house with cats - my top 10 tips for keeping your kitty calm
Moving house is a stressful time, made moreso if you have pets to move too! I recently moved house and with one of my cats having a very...
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Ruth Hatten
Sep 22, 20175 min read
The heart-wrenching agony when your pet gets sick
2017 has been a tough year. Not just for me, but also for my youngest cat. After a recent visit to the emergency vet, I decided it would...
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Ruth Hatten
Apr 24, 20174 min read
Should you vaccinate your pet (year after year after year)?
The vaccine debate is a very emotional one with both the pro-vaccination and anti-vaccination groups standing firm in their positions....
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Ruth Hatten
Dec 18, 20163 min read
My top 7 presents for your pets this Christmas
Reindeer ears, processed Christmas treats and plastic toys. Scrap that. I've got some great ideas for presents for your beloved furry...
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Ruth Hatten
Dec 5, 20163 min read
How you can heal your dog's itchy ears, naturally.
Itchy ears. It can be an ongoing problem for dogs and their human companions. For dogs, the itching can be incessant and it's even worse...
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Ruth Hatten
Nov 21, 20163 min read
Turmeric - how to make sure you reap the benefits + Duggie's TU*GO Turmeric Power Bar Review
Turmeric is one of the most widely discussed super foods. It is a spice commonly used in curries but it is also heralded as being "the...
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Ruth Hatten
Oct 1, 20163 min read
Spring is in the air - is your pet feeling the itch?
Ahhh Spring. There is nothing more welcoming than sunny days, chirping birds and flowering plants after a long, cold winter. The days...
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Ruth Hatten
Apr 19, 20165 min read
Why nutrition is key to your furry companion achieving optimum health, Part 1
When it comes to achieving optimum health for your furry companion, nutrition is the key element to consider. A diet that consists of...
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