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❄️ Winter Wellness: Keep the Wild Thriving All Season Long
Winter changes everything—from the air our pets breathe to the energy they burn just staying warm. In the wild, colder months trigger deeper nourishment, stronger immune defenses, and efficient movement. Our dogs and cats may live indoors, but their bodies still follow that ancient rhythm. As temperatures drop, metabolism often increases, meaning some pets naturally need a bit more fuel. This is the perfect season to lean into real, warming nutrition—like raw meaty bones, mineral-dense broths, and organ-rich meals. Our beef organ grinds are a powerful way to support immunity, energy, digestion, and nutrient balance during the colder months, especially...
🦴 Stronger Teeth, Better Digestion, and a Calm Mind — The Case for Raw Bones
Why chewing on nature’s toothbrush still matters When it comes to feeding our dogs and cats, raw meaty bones are one of nature’s most complete and instinctive foods. They’ve been a cornerstone of the carnivore diet for millennia—providing nutrition, dental health, and mental stimulation in one simple, primal package. A Natural Source of Nutrition Australian veterinarian Dr. Ian Billinghurst, author of Give Your Dog a Bone, describes raw meaty bones as a source of essential nutrition—rich in fat-soluble vitamins (A, D & E), essential fats, protein, and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, copper, and iron. Bones are “beautifully balanced” in their...
Stress, Exercise & Sleep; Sweet, Sweet Sleep (for You and Your Dog)
Healthy dogs (and humans) thrive on the basics: good nutrition, regular exercise, and plenty of sleep. Dogs need more rest than we do, and exercise not only boosts their bodies but also their brains and moods. At Fangs & Fur, we keep it simple: feed well, move often, and rest deeply.
Hydration Through Food: A Vital Step in Pet Wellness
After oxygen, water is the most vital element for our pets. Yet many dogs and cats live in a constant state of mild dehydration because most commercial diets simply don’t provide enough moisture. While their wild diets would naturally contain 60–80% water, today’s kibble averages only 7–10%. That gap forces their bodies to work harder—often pulling water from vital organs like the liver, kidneys, and skin—just to digest their meals. Why Intracellular Moisture Matters Hydration is foundational — After oxygen, water is the most essential element for our pets, comprising nearly 60% of their bodies. It supports everything from digestion...
The Wolf at the Dinner Table
Celebrate the Wolf in Your Dog: Why the Bowl is Holding Them Back When we think about mealtime for our pets, most of us automatically picture the food bowl. We scoop, pour, and set it down without a second thought. But here’s the truth — the food bowl wasn’t designed with your dog in mind. It was designed for our convenience. In nature, your dog’s closest ancestor, the grey wolf, spends time hunting, tearing, foraging, and exploring food. Mealtime is an instinct-driven ritual that engages their senses, stimulates their mind, and satisfies their natural drive to work for their food....