Tag: Dog Treats

This week, Best Bully Sticks takes you to historical Zimbabwe and back for a surprising look into the history of a great hound dog, the Rhodesian Ridgeback. This week's Breed Spotlight is sure to not only inform but create a newfound respect for this graceful and athletic canine.

History & Background: The Rhodesian Ridgeback’s forerunner was first native to South America where the breed is thought to originate from the Khoikhoi people’s dogs. These dogs were known to be extremely fierce and loyal and were used to hunt and bay lions, meaning they would hold the lion until the hunter would make the kill. This dog was also used to bay wild pigs and hunt baboons.

This Khoikhoi dog was first called the African Lion Dog while in the Rhodesia area of Africa and then progressed to the standard Rhodesian Ridgeback we now know through breeding by European settlers and traders. The standard Ridgeback came about in 1922 and was accepted into the AKC in 1955. Read more

It’s spring and that means the occasional thunderstorm.  A good spring rain can refresh the earth and feed your newly planted veggies and flowers.  But, Best Bully Sticks knows that sometimes our pups don’t like the loud booming of thunder. An anxious dog tugs at our heart stings and as proud pooch parents, we want to help calm our dog’s nerves.

That’s why this week we’re bringing you a special treat from our friends at Doggy Dessert Chef! These Lemon-Lavender Biscuits are made with culinary lavender found easily on the Internet or your local spice shop.  Lavender has a calming effect by way of a dog's olfactory system (nose) and has been proven to be a natural way to calm a dog through thunderstorms and separation anxiety.

Ingredients

1 Lemon (juiced and zested)

1 tablespoon Culinary Lavender

2 cups Whole Wheat Flour

1/2 cup Milk

1 Egg Read more

This week, Best Bully Sticks brings you a TON of great saving rolled into one with our ENTIRE Zuke's line of products. Zuke's Mini's, Jerky Naturals, Power Bones and Z-Fillets are all on sale!

Zuke's all natural dog treats are made in the US from the finest of ingredients. They are all fortified with essential vitamins and minerals come in stay fresh bags! AND NOW, they're an even better price!

"Zuke's is a company devoted to making healthy, affordable treats and chews using top-quality ingredients and formulas that reflect the latest scientific developments in animal wellness and nutrition. Zuke's dog treats are made with care and are inspired by the unconditional love we receive from our pets as well as our crew's devotion to an active, outdoor lifestyle."

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As a good pet parent, feeding your dog is something you should take comfort in, not second guess. Best Bully Sticks wants to help you feel that comfort by understanding and knowing how to read pet food and treat labels. Last week, BBS looked at reading the ingredient list and this week we’ll look at reading the guaranteed analysis. The term “guaranteed analysis” may not mean anything to you outright, but you’ll definitely recognize it when you see it. Read more

What dog doesn’t love a good ball?  A ball toss around the yard is sure to please any pup, but this week Best Bully Sticks shares with readers how to toss up a different kind of good time for your dog.  Meatballs! This week’s Drool Recipe is chocked-full of yummy bits that are drool-worthy and not to mention healthy for your dog.

K-9 Ingredient Meatballs

1/2 pound ground beef

1/2 cup cooked brown rice

1 carrot, shredded

1 stalk celery, finely chopped

1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

2 tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

1 large egg

2 teaspoons ground turmeric

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a muffin pan or a baking sheet. 

2. In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Fill each muffin tin with about 1/4 cup of the mixture, or form the mixture into 10 balls and place on the baking sheet. 

3. Bake about 15 minutes to ensure the meatballs are cooked through. Let cool completely on a rack.

Recipe Note: Makes about 10-12 meatballs

(courtesy of Rachael Ray)