Seasonal Scratching

Some hints to help pets stay safe and well in Summertime

Following the miserable Winter we have had, it’s hard to remember that we do sometimes get hot summery weather in the UK, but we do and here are a few hints to help pets stay safe and well in Summertime.

• Check regularly for fleas and ticks on the skin, and look out for adders when walking in country areas.
• If you are leaving your pet at home for several hours, make sure there is a cool room or area available – leave a fan on if necessary, and also plenty of water.
• If you are leaving your pet outdoors for any length of time, ensure shade (and water) are available.
• Take a bottle of water and a drinking bowl with you if you are taking your dog out for long walks or on car journeys and offer water regularly.
• If you walk your dog regularly on pavements, check for sore pads in hot weather.
• Above all, don’t ever leave your dog in a car on a warm day, even if not in direct sunshine.

As the weather gets warmer there are several Diet’Dog

Your dog has itchy, sore paws? So what can you do? At Healthful Pets we have a range of natural products to help soothe your dog's itchy paws. Here are some suggestions:-

Itchy paws may be related to a number of factors including diet, allergies, stress as well as factors. Ideally you need to understand the root cause of the itching, such as allergies or yeast infections (paws are particularly vulnerable to yeast infections due to exposure to moisture, dirt & irritants), otherwise these symptoms may continue. However below are some suggestions which may to help soothe itchy paws.    

4-Legger Restore Conditioning Rinse:

4-Legger Restore is a great all-round product to help with yeast infections on the paws, ears, skin. You can use this as a dip by pouring it into a Mason jar and re-dipping your dog's feet 1-2x a day for a week!  Discard after using for the week. Further details can be found HERE.

Wildwash Pro Magic Paw Balm:

WildWash Magic Paw Balm for dogs contains only human grade

Dogs can experience itchy skin for a variety of reasons, ranging from environmental factors to health-related issues. Some of the common causes include:

1.    Allergies: Dogs can be allergic to a variety of substances, including pollen, dust mites, mold, and have sensitivities to certain foods. These allergies can cause skin irritation and itching.
2.    Flea Allergy: Flea allergy dermatitis, caused by an allergic reaction to flea bites, is particularly notorious for causing intense itching.
3.    Bacteria and Yeast: An imbalance of the bacteria and yeast in the skin microbiome or in the gut can lead to itchy skin in dogs.
4.    Dry Skin: Dry skin, which can be due to environmental factors such as low humidity or nutritional deficiencies, can cause itching and flaking.
5.    Hormonal Imbalances: Hormone imbalances and conditions like hypothyroidism or Cushing's disease can lead to skin problems, including itchiness.
6.    Environmental Irritants: Chemicals in cleaning products,

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Are the LUCAA products suitable for me, as a cat? Yes! All the products are suitable for cats as well as dogs and other pets.
 
I don’t like sprays as they make me jump. How can I use the Dental, Eye & Ear Care? Spray the probiotics onto a clean cloth, lint-free cotton pad or gauze wrapped around a finger. Gently apply to the teeth and gums, around the eyes or inside your ear. A toothbrush or pipette can be used for the Dental Care if preferred.
 
Which products would stop my skin feeling so itchy and scratchy? The first step is to work out what is causing the itch in the first place. (Check it isn’t fleas!) Is there something in the environment that the cat is reacting to? Cats can be very sensitive to cleaning chemicals and can cause a reaction if they get onto skin and paws.

Offering Pet safe cleaning products, especially floor cleaner reduces the cats chemical exposure.

The best product to reduce itching is LUCAA+ Allergen-Free spray. Spray directly onto the itchy skin, including exposed

Boil and Broth are a British bone broth manufacturer and producer of fermented drinks including water kefir juice and apple cider vinegar. Bone Broth is a fantasic way to incorporate a variey of rich nutrients to your dogs diet to help improve their over all health. In this blog, we'll explore the many advantages of bone broth for dogs and why it's become a popular addition to their diets.

Rachel Down founded Boil and Broth back in 2018 and they are the only UK Bone Broth Manufacturer to hold a dual license to sell Bone Broth for both human and pet consumption. Rachel started the business from one slow cooker in her house making bone broth and kefir water for friends and family. 

Bone broth is simply amazing for gut healing and can help people support their digestive function. After seeing similar challenges within the pet industry, Rachel decided to go for a pet food license so she could sell broth to dogs and cats. Bone broth is simply amazing for dogs, and cats - it is a nutrient-rich

Help Make Your Dog More Comfortable

Canine atopic allergies are becoming increasingly common. They are especially prevalent in younger dogs, but unfortunately can develop into a life-long chronic condition. This is because canine atopic allergies are often caused by environmental and seasonal allergen.

As a result, many dogs are constantly surrounded by the allergens that trigger their symptoms. These include dust mites, pollen, trees, flea bites, mould, grass and chemical cleaning products.

These allergens can all cause skin symptoms (allergic skin disease or atopic dermatitis), ranging from mild irritation to unbearable itching. Moreover, the dog’s attempts to alleviate the itching by licking and scratching often makes things worse. It can lead to severe rashes, sores, redness, flaky skin, loss of fur – and even infected wounds.

Although treatments such as antihistamines, antibiotics and antifungals are available, these help alleviate symptoms rather than tackle the root cause. As a

If your Dog is prone to skin problems what might help? This week’s blog was written in response to a customer’s question regarding her pug Alfie (pictured), who is prone to skin problems.  

Skin problems are an increasing problem for our pets, especially for those animals like pugs, which have a lot of skin creases around their faces. Skin folds create a favourable environment for bacterial growth, leading to irritation, inflammation and a foul odour between the folds. Skin problems can be related to your pet’s internal health and immune system.

Whilst a dog’s body will detoxify harmful waste products (from day-to-day environmental pollutants, poor quality food or the chemical products which are applied to the skin) through the liver, kidneys, the gut and the skin, once the liver and kidneys become overburdened, the body will attempt to detoxify through the skin, hence skin and coat problems including allergies which can emerge.

So here are a few suggestions to consider……

Nutrition and

Do you use a quality omega-3 fish oil for dogs and cats?…could this be the missing ingredient to support your pet’s optimum health?

Omega-3’s cannot be produced by the body, so cats and dogs must obtain them through diet or supplementation. Fish and its oils can support the health of your pet’s skin & coat, immune system, kidneys, heart, eyes, joints and many more.

Omega-3 fatty acids can originate from both plant-based and marine sources as follows:

• ALA, a short-chain, plant based omega-3 is found in seeds such as flaxseeds and nuts
• EPA and DHA are long chain omega fatty acids found abundantly in fish.

Omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential fatty acids (EFAs) as they cannot be readily produced by the body. EPA and DHA from fish oil and other marine sources are a better source of omega-3’s for pets than plant based ALA because an enzyme is required to convert ALA to EPA and DHA in the body. Both humans and dogs have a limited ability to convert ALA to EPA and DHA, with cats