Cooking for Your Dog with Gayle Pruitt on the Real Dr Doolittle Show™

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Sep 202012
 

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Personal Note from Val: I had a blast interviewing author, Gayle Pruitt!  Get your pen and paper ready because if you’re like me and have a doggie companion at your feet, you’re going to get a wealth of great tips about providing nutritious meals for dogs.  Gayle makes things super simple, clear and very easy to follow.  With the help of Chef Mimi and Mister Casper, she’s written the book, Dog-Gone Good Cookbook based on her years of nutritional research for humans and dogs. Here you go, puppies and doggie guardians this one’s for YOU! Enjoy!

 

 

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Gayle Pruitt has been a nutritionist/ chef for fifteen years, earning her Certified Nutritionist degree from the American Health Science University’s National Institute of Nutritional Education/NINE in 1996.

Gayle conducts nutritional research where at present she focuses on human and canine nutrition with a specialty in digestive issues and disorders and also acts as a guest lecturer.

Gayle was Executive Chef for MacNut Oil, a gourmet cooking oil company. She has worked as a Personal Chef, and owned and operated Fine Food Delivered, preparing and delivering unique meals for those with special dietary needs.

Gayle also co-hosted a nationally syndicated radio talk show, Menu for Life Radio Show, with Dr. Ross Stewart, a behavioral psychologist and recognized expert on the link between nutrition and brain chemistry.

Gayle’s recipes have appeared in national magazines and in best-selling cookbooks such as Hampton’s Diet Cookbook and 7-Color Cuisine: A Cookbook and Nutrition Guide.  She was the food writer for a Dallas based magazine Lifestyle Solutions.

In addition, she has conducted cooking demonstrations in many cities across the county for national food shows involving gourmet products. And she’s been asked to film a pilot for a new show on cooking for dogs too that may easily wind up on one of the Food Networks (can’t say which one yet).

Gayle is the author of  The Dog-Gone Good Cookbook published by St Martin’s Press and scheduled for release in February of 2013.

Gayle has some loving furrkids who have guided her along the way as well.

Mister Casper, the Furry Gourmand

Mister Casper was found in an alley as a young pup by a group of hooligans who immediately tossed him into a large garbage bin. Fortunately for the young Mister Casper it was the garbage bin in the back of the finest French Restaurant in all of Dallas. That night of all nights, the restaurant,  Charmante Cuisine Chien,had a huge banquet and Mister Casper was the recipient of some marvelous morsels. This glorious garbage bin episode marked the beginning of Mister Casper’s brilliant career as the “Furry Gourmand.”

Not long after Mister Casper decided he would live in the fabulous Poubelle  forever and ever, a person passing by thought she heard a moaning sound coming out of the garbage bin. Wondering if the sound might be caused by an animal that was hurt, she peered inside and found Mister Casper merely groaning with gastronomic pleasure. That someone was Gayle Pruitt. She took Mister Casper home with her where he currently helps write food blogs and reviews, and he is now considered one of the top Canine Food Critics in the country.

Chef Mimi (Me-Me) Pruitt

Chef Mimi started from humble beginnings. Her parentage was mysterious and there was some whispered talk of a magical background. Mimi survived quite well on the streets of Dallas. As a talented, intelligent, and no nonsense canine, Mimi was determined to make something of herself. She worked hard and received a scholarship to the Canine Culinary Arts Institute in Paris, Texas where she started a restaurant.

After her first year as a restaurateur she received a Three “Paw” Mitch-land plus a Rising Paw from the Spot Guide in 2007, a feat never before achieved. Chef Mimi received her Four “Paw” Mitch-land in 2008. That’s when she met Gayle Pruitt, and Mister Casper. She took Gayle under her wing and taught her as much as she was capable of learning.

Chef Mimi has been working with and mentoring Gayle for the last four years and has helped Ms. Pruitt with recipes, most notably the Dog-Gone Good Cookbook being published by St. Martin’s Press. The Cookbook is scheduled for release in February 2013.

In our interview, Gayle answered these questions and more:

  • What inspired your idea to write the Dog-Gone Good Cookbook?
  • Is there any research on canines eating vegetables?
  • Why did you include cooked, raw and even vegetarian food in your cookbook for dogs?
  • Why is it important for canines to have organic fruits & vegetables and grass-fed meats in their diet?
  • Do you have an easy, simple way for the people that think they don’t have time to prepare homemade food for their dogs to get started?

To learn more about the good work Gayle is doing go to http://www.doggonegoodblog.com


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Nutrition For Pets with Dr. Harvey Cohen on the Real Dr Doolittle Show™

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Sep 132012
 

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Note From Val:  Speaking with THE famous Dr Harvey was a real treat!  His products and miracle food helped me with my very ill dog, Einstein, who also was suffering from a compromised kidney (our vet called it terminal failure, but we’re delighted to report that he was wrong!).  Einstein is now well and very healthy.  We follow the protocol Dr Harvey teaches about.  And, in my private work, I often find myself working with sick animals on the same topics too. Listen and find out why you should never feed kibble or canned commercial dog food, and how easy it really is to feed your animal companion a healthy, nutritious diet.  Enjoy!

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Dr. Harvey Cohen (known as Dr. Harvey) is a pioneer in holistic and natural nutrition for animals.  He is a physician with a deep love for animals and a profound interest in discovering how to keep them healthy.

Distressed by the increase in cancer, obesity and other degenerative chronic ailments in animals, he has successfully treated these conditions through proper diet and nutrition.  Dr Harvey believes that foods for animals should not contain preservatives dyes, coloring agents, fillers and artificial ingredients, so he began creating products for animals that contain only human consumption grade ingredients.  Thousands of Dr. Harvey’s clients have seen the amazing benefits of feeding animals naturally.

He is the founder of Dr. Harvey’s Healthy Formulations, makers of the world’s finest all natural health foods, treats, herbal grooming products and herbal supplements for dogs, cats, birds, and horses.  He is an herbalist and nutritional expert for companion animals.

In 2001 Dr. Harvey received the award for “Outstanding Service and Commitment to Advancing and Promoting Avian Medicine and Stewardship” by the Association of Avian Veterinarians. You can find out more about his work at: www.drharveys.com and call toll free 866-362-4123

Dr. Harvey answers some very important questions:

  • Why did you decide to start your company and how is it different from other companies?
  • What is the one most important change a guardian can make for their companion to improve health and longevity?
  • Do you recommend supplements for pets?
  • Isn’t making homemade food really hard to do?
  • What about topical products, like shampoos, sprays, toothpaste and ear washes?

Testimonials, products and videos are available at www.drharveys.com or call toll free 866-362-4123 .


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Making Sure Your Cat Eats Healthily

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Sep 112012
 

Just like people, obesity in cats is a dangerous thing. Being overweight leaves humans open to a variety of illnesses; in cats, also, it can result in serious conditions including arthritis, fatty liver disease and diabetes. That’s why it’s so important that cats have a healthy diet, incorporating the foods that provide all the nutrients, minerals and vitamins they need.

Dental problems

Maybe not the first thing that springs to mind, it can be surprising to learn that a large percentage of cats experience dental hygiene problems at some point. The good news is that this is largely preventable. Kittens lose their baby teeth when aged between four and six months and after the arrival of adult teeth cats should have regular dental check-ups.

Plaque and tartar build up are the most common problems. Besides regular check-ups, a simple remedy to help tartar control is to use healthy cat treats, which provide protein, fats and fiber. In fact, many cat dental health problems, including halitosis, can be sorted by ensuring cats have the correct diet, and this helps avoid more serious illnesses including gum inflammation or gingivitis, oral cancer and periodontal disease.

Food for good health

Many cat owners continue to debate the pros and cons of wet versus dry cat food. In terms of their biology, cats need diets that contain Taurine, which is an amino acid mostly found in animal meats containing muscle. This means that it can be difficult for cats to get the level of protein they need from plant materials alone they are not meant to be vegetarians. Generally, therefore, wet cat food that includes either meat or fish provides a more suitable meal for a cat, but of course quality counts a poor grade canned food is never as good as a high caliber dry variety.

A balanced diet

Feeding humans a fast food diet all the time is not smart; similarly, cats that consume nothing except dry food, which often includes cheap fillers, are more likely to be undernourished. Dehydration is another worry, and whilst wet food contains more than enough water, cat owners who are serving up only dry food need to provide additional clean sources of fresh water so that their pets can drink the equivalent of one cup per ten body weight pounds daily more in hot weather.

Carbohydrate consumption is also an issue in terms of solely serving dry cat food; obesity and diabetes are more common among cats that are served dry foods only, and a way to mitigate this is to alternate foodstuffs so that canned wet food is served occasionally. It pays to pick the best quality wet food, as the poor grade varieties, often those produced most cheaply, commonly contain undesirable meat by-products.

Increasingly, natural and organic foods are used in prepared cat food sold in cans or pouches. Described as ˜highly digestible” such foods are normally free from artificial colors, growth hormones and antibiotics.

Pet owners who are concerned about chemical additives generally opt for these foods.

A combination of wet and dry foods seems the best way forward. Whatever the choices made, the most important thing is the quality of the foodstuff, as this is what determines the benefits enjoyed by pets.

This is a guest post written by Alexandra Maxwell, who has recently been lucky enough to have her very own Kitten to raise. She loves learning about animal behaviour, and has a particular interest in Cats. Alex has always had Cats as family companions, and she is currently trying to teach her Kitten some new tricks!

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Yoga and Horses with Lauren Michele McGarry on the Real Dr Doolittle Show™

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Sep 052012
 

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Lauren Michele McGarry is the founder of Red Horse Equine Arts.  She fell in love of horses at the tender age of 12.  In her career, she has managed many horse breeding farms.  Many of the young horses she’s trained have gone on to enjoy very successful, strong “show” careers earning money prizes in both Reining, Western Pleasure, Hunter-Under-Saddle & Jumping.

Unfortunately, Lauren Michele also witnessed inhumane & unproductive treatment of horses in the name of training. So she began to explore what we now call “Natural Horsemanship”.

She spent many years studying and being licensed in holistic health care as well as Somatic Psychology at Naropa University.  And from that, she developed a unique philosophy and education in the Art of Horsemanship.  Her goal is for riding to become a rewarding experience for the horse and the rider, a path of wisdom & discovery.

She believes that her approach to horsemanship, Yoga & Movement for Equestrians, is an essential piece that helps bring balance and harmony to the relationship between horse & human.

Besides managing the holistic equine training center Lauren Michele is a clinician and teacher, barefoot trimmer & consultant for horses & their people.  She is also a co-founder of the Holistic Horse Care Cooperative, now an international organization dedicated to honoring the horse & supporting holistic horse care practitioners of all types.

Lauren answers some questions we would all love to know:

How are yoga & movement practices related to horses?

  • How are yoga & movement practices related to horses?
  • How do the horses respond to someone doing yoga?
  • What is the first thing someone needs to learn about yoga and horses?
  • What programs do you have available for people?
  • What was your background in horses and yoga & why did you unite the two?

You can find out more about her work at:  www.redhorsecenter.com

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