Healthy Paws – Spring/Summer 2024

1. Soothe Sore Paws. The solution to dry, cracked, cut, or painful paws! The Calming Lavender Dog Paw Balm from Simply Sage Dog Treats protects and soothes sore paw pads with a super-effective blend of lavender oil, beeswax, olive oil, shea butter, Vitamin E oil, and peppermint oil. ($15, simplysagedogtreats.com)
2. Safer Lawn Care. Get a lush, green lawn without negative side effects! Natural Alternative’s all-natural, organic-based Late Spring Fertilizer is formulated with nitrogen, potassium sulfate, and zero phosphorus. Naturally sustainable, it’s environmentally friendly and safer for children and pets so the whole family can enjoy the yard without worry! ($43, natural-alternative.com)
3. Better Gut Health. Does your dog suffer from G.I. issues? CaniOtic daily probiotic tablets contain live, species-specific Lactobacillus reuteri bacteria to protect your dog’s digestive system, boost metabolism, and reduce or prevent loose stool. (from $21, bluegrassanimalproducts.com)
4. A Better Chew. Looking for a healthy, versatile chew dogs love? The Sam’s Yams Veggie Rawhide chews are made from all-natural sweet potato. Nutrient-dense and high in fiber, these chews feature a grooved texture that cleans your dog’s teeth as they chew. Great for dogs with sensitive stomachs! ($17, frontporchpets.com)
5. Natural Flea & Tick Protection. Naturally deter fleas and ticks! The Nature’s Protection Flea and Tick Daily Internal Powder from Earth Animal is veterinarian-formulated and contains a unique combination of dried brewer’s yeast, rice bran, and vitamins and minerals that organically prevents fleas and ticks. ($22, earthanimal.com)
6. Clean Teeth, Better Gum Health. Don’t skip the brushing—your dog’s dental health has a major impact on their overall wellness. Make the job easier with Oxyfresh’s Premium Pet Toothpaste. Odourless and tasteless, it removes plaque, improves gum health, and freshens breath. ($12, oxyfresh.com)
7. Location & Activity Monitoring. Track your dog’s location, monitor their activity, and set personalized fitness goals with the Pawfit 3! This waterproof GPS dog tracker features real-time GPS location tracking with an unlimited range, voice commands, and more. (from $70, pawfit.com)
8. Brightening Shampoo. Get rid of coat discolouration with the Pure Bright Coat Brightening Shampoo from Pure Pet! Made with natural chamomile brighteners and ultra-violet colour maximizers, it safely restores white and light-coloured coats to their natural brilliance while gently cleansing, conditioning, and soothing the coat and skin. The biodegradable and pH-balanced formula contains no peroxide, bleach, or bluing agent. ($23, purepet.com)
9. Joint, Skin & Coat Health. Happy joints and a lustrous coat! Made from natural, cold-pressed Camelina sativa seed oil, this powerful anti-inflammatory supplement is rich in antioxidants and a great source of Omegas. Proven to help joints, mobility, and skin and coat, while also reducing allergy symptoms and boosting cardiovascular health! (from $25, smartearthcamelina.com)
10. Raw Made Easy. Let food be thy medicine. Smack Pet Food’s raw, dehydrated superfood for dogs offers all the health benefits of raw, but with scoop-and-serve convenience! The Prairie Harvest Pork recipe is made with 75 percent pork (bone-in and organs) and 25 percent organic fruits and vegetables for food dogs and owners alike love. (from $20, smackpetfood.com)
11. Itchy Ear Relief. If your dog suffers from itchy, irritated ears, try Zymox Advanced Enzymatic Ear Wipes. These safe, non-toxic wipes easily remove residue/odour, maintain ear health, and provide relief. Aloe vera and menthyl lactate soothe sensitive ears! ($19, zymox.com)
12. Emergency Preparedness Made Easy. Don’t get caught unprepared in a canine emergency! The Rayco 45-piece Pet First Aid Disaster Kit has everything needed to tackle an emergency, from gauze rolls to a tick remover and a thermal foil blanket. Compact and easy to store, it contains essentials needed for injuries, accidents, or natural disasters! ($30, shoprayco.com)
13. Immune System Booster. If your dog is fighting cancer or needs an immune system boost, look to I’m-Yunity’s powerful medicinal mushroom supplement for dogs. This proprietary Polysaccharopeptide (PSP) extract from Coriolus versicolor mushroom (Turkey Tail) is clinically proven to boost energy levels, stabilize white blood cell counts, and provide immune support. (from $95, buyimyunity.com)

This article originally appeared in the award-winning Modern Dog magazine. Subscribe today!