Country K9 Club LTD

05/28/2026

Please be very careful when you’re driving in the property and around the property there’s a lot of baby deer
We have triplets right here

05/27/2026

Most pet parents focus on what’s in their pet’s bowl🥣, but this conversation shows that what the food is stored in matters just as much!

Materials like glass, food grade ceramic, and stainless steel sit at the top because they’re inert and don’t interact with food, while plastics fall into a spectrum depending on their type, quality, and condition. More stable plastics like #2, #4, and #5 can be reasonable options, but they’re still not completely inert, especially over time with exposure to fats, heat, and wear. Lower-quality or unknown plastics ( #3, #6, 7) raise more concern due to additives and higher potential for chemical migration, particularly when containers become scratched, cloudy, or degraded. Silicone is stable for short term use, but capable of absorbing oils and odours with long-term use.

One of the most practical takeaways is that storage habits matter: keeping kibble in its original bag and placing the whole bag inside a container helps reduce direct contact and preserves freshness. It’s nearly impossible to eliminate plastic entirely, but reducing long-term exposure from everyday storage is possible.

05/27/2026

Are you readyyyyy?! TOMORROW I am hosting the first part of my itchy dog & skin allergy webinar.

This event is FREE - RSVP and ask your questions here:
https://drpeterdobias.typeform.com/to/qbSvu44n

05/25/2026

Research shows that feeding dogs🐶 blueberries🫐 as treats can support healthier aging by helping reduce oxidative stress, a key driver of cellular damage over time. Blueberries are rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols, compounds linked to improved antioxidant status, brain health, and reduced inflammation in both animal and canine studies. In sled dog and feeding trials, blueberry supplementation🫐 has been shown to increase antioxidant capacity, helping protect cells from damage associated with exercise and aging. Emerging research also suggests these compounds may help defend DNA🧬 from oxidative stress, supporting overall cellular resilience. Interestingly, studies comparing fresh and frozen❄️ blueberries have found that freezing preserves these antioxidants and may even increase their measured availability. This happens because ice crystal formation breaks down cell walls, making anthocyanins easier to release when consumed. Combined with the fact that frozen berries are typically harvested at peak ripeness, they can deliver antioxidant levels equal to or even higher than fresh store-bought berries. Together, the evidence suggests blueberries, especially when fed regularly, are a simple, functional addition that may help support your dog’s long-term health and aging process.

Start with ¼ to ½ tsp per 10lbs of body weight a day.

05/25/2026

Thank you to all the Veterans and those serving in the armed forces, Police, Firefighters & EMS
for all that you do to keep us safe
MAY GOD PROTECT YOU ALL 

05/25/2026

Looking for Pet stairs or a ramp for my SUV
which ones do you like best?
it has to fold flat so that I can get it under the shelf
any recommendations there are so many online not sure which one looks decent

05/25/2026

The Thyroid Gland: The Tiny Organ That Controls Your Dog’s Entire Metabolism

The thyroid gland may be small, but it has a massive influence on your dog’s health.

Located in the neck, the thyroid produces hormones (primarily T4 and T3) that regulate metabolism, energy production, body temperature, skin and coat health, muscle maintenance, neurological function, digestion, heart function, and even behavior.

When thyroid function becomes impaired, the effects are felt throughout the entire body.

In dogs, hypothyroidism is one of the most common endocrine diseases, yet many early signs are subtle and often mistaken for “normal aging.”

Common signs of thyroid dysfunction may include:

▪️ Low energy or exercise intolerance
▪️ Unexplained weight gain
▪️ Chronic ear or skin infections
▪️ Hair thinning or coat loss
▪️ Dry, dull, brittle coat
▪️ Cold intolerance
▪️ Slower heart rate
▪️ Behavioral or mood changes
▪️ Chronic inflammation
▪️ Reproductive issues

While genetics, autoimmune disease, chronic inflammation, medications, and environmental endocrine disruptors all play important roles, nutrition is also a critical piece of thyroid physiology.

The thyroid cannot function properly without the necessary nutritional building blocks. Key nutrients that support healthy thyroid function include:

🔷️ Iodine
Essential for the production of thyroid hormones T4 and T3. Both deficiency AND excess iodine can disrupt normal thyroid activity.

🔷️ Selenium
Required for the conversion of T4 into the biologically active hormone T3 and helps protect the thyroid gland from oxidative damage.

🔷️ Zinc
Supports thyroid hormone synthesis, immune regulation, skin health, and hormone receptor activity.

🔷️ Copper
Involved in cellular energy production and thyroid hormone metabolism.

🔷️ Tyrosine
An amino acid that serves as a foundational building block for thyroid hormone production.

🔷️ Iron
Necessary for proper thyroid enzyme activity and oxygen transport.

🔷️ Vitamin A
Supports thyroid hormone receptor function and endocrine communication.

🔷️ Omega-3 fatty acids
Help modulate inflammation, which is especially important in autoimmune thyroid conditions.

This is major reason why nutrient diversity and formulation matter so much❗️

A species-appropriate diet alone does not automatically guarantee nutritional adequacy if key nutrients are missing, imbalanced, excessively supplemented, or poorly bioavailable.

The thyroid depends on balance ⚖️.

Too little iodine can impair hormone production. Too much iodine can also dysregulate thyroid function. Selenium deficiency may impair T4-to-T3 conversion. Zinc and copper imbalances may affect metabolic regulation. Chronic inflammatory diets may further burden endocrine health.

The body does not function on single nutrients in isolation 👉 it functions on nutrient synergy.

Supporting thyroid health means supporting the entire physiological system:

✔ nutrient sufficiency
✔ balanced minerals
✔ adequate protein
✔ anti-inflammatory nutrition
✔ metabolic health
✔ gut health
✔ reduced toxic burden

Nutrition alone cannot “cure” thyroid disease, especially autoimmune hypothyroidism, but proper nutrition influences thyroid physiology, metabolic resilience, immune function, and overall quality of life.

The thyroid may be tiny…
but its impact on the body is enormous.

— The Holistic Canine 🐾
theholisticcanine.us

NRC balanced meals at home:
👉 Fresh feeding explained—finally.
"Fresh-Food Feeding Explained" eBook
Available on our website❗️
https://theholisticcanine.us/ebook/

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

Fun day at Golden rule school at the Doberman Pincher club of the Tappan Zee rally trials
so nice to be out together as Country K9 club

Congratulations to Beatrice & Gabby for winning high triple
To Sue and Louie for their triple and qualifying scores in Advanced & excellent
Congratulations to Jasmine on her novice title with Ember
And another triple with placements for Lincoln
To Stuart and Shiloh for qualifying in novice
I hope everyone posts their individual accomplishments today. It was really fun being together.
And of course, congratulations to my SANDY who got two legs in Advanced both with 100.
With a first and second place
I will post that separately.