D is for Diet, and a bonus

by Peggy | Jan 16, 2012 | 0 comments

Photo from Dieting with my Dog Pawing Through the Alphabet  (**Frankie keep reading…I won’t let you down.) Today, D is for Diet Many of you already know that Kelly and I have been dieting together. I don’t want to be redundant, and I won’t...

Calorie Counting, Canine Style

by Peggy | Sep 19, 2011 | 0 comments

When it comes to counting calories, I’m not a big fan. I start a tally, but I always give it up by the time a few days goes by. But I AM a fan of knowing about how many calories are in my food, and about how many calories I should consume each day. For example,...

How to tell if your dog is overweight

by Peggy | Sep 12, 2011 | 0 comments

Does this collar make me look fat? In a recent interview for my forthcoming book, Dieting with my Dog, I was asked if had I realized Kelly was overweight before my vet mentioned it to me. The startling answer is no. One reason I gave (to which BBC WM radio host Mollie...

Dog Food By Nature

by Peggy | Mar 26, 2011 | 0 comments

I’ve made a commitment to give Kelly the best dog food that I can afford. I already see results, particularly in her bloodwork results. Labs that were elevated or borderline are now all normal. I definitely believe that her health is improved by quality food.We...

Dog Food Month- Ultimate Pet Food Guide

by Peggy | May 21, 2010 | 0 comments

Where do you turn to get information about feeding your pet? The breeder or shelter? Your veterinarian? Television ads?I’m learning a lot from pet lovers, dog trainers and pet business owners. In addition, a friend recently sent me a copy of this book, The...