Green Paw Nutrition

22/06/2026

7 years with no dewormers and still no worms! This is why it’s so important to do worm counts instead of routinely deworming every few months.

If I followed vet guidelines for giving dewormers every 3 months that would have been 28 chemicals I would have given him unnecessarily (and a lot of money spent unnecessarily!)

Our world is toxic enough without giving out dogs unnecessary chemicals

21/06/2026

After a busy few months, I’m taking a couple of days off to relax (and catch up on studying!).
I’ll be ‘out of office’ until Thursday 25th and will catch up with messages, etc then.
Enjoy the heatwave and keep those dogs (and yourselves) safe ☀️

20/06/2026

The same is true for dog supplements.
Get the food right and supplements should rarely be needed.

Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good

While many of us take supplements regularly, there are some risks people may not be aware of.

16/06/2026

Last year, I created some ‘self-selection’ areas in the garden. Molly has taken to laying in this area which is predominantly ground ivy, yarrow and red clover.

From a zoopharmacognosy perspective, this is always interesting to observe. When dogs repeatedly choose to rest amongst particular plants, it may be more than simply finding a comfortable spot.

🌿 Ground ivy has traditionally been associated with supporting the respiratory system and helping to clear excess mucus. Its aromatic compounds may also offer a mildly soothing effect.

🌿 Yarrow is well known for its anti-inflammatory properties and has a long history of use for supporting circulation, skin health and wound healing. Dogs will sometimes seek out yarrow when their bodies are looking for additional support during periods of physical stress or recovery.

🌿 Red clover has traditionally been used to support skin health and the body’s natural detoxification processes.

Of course, we can never know with certainty why a dog chooses a particular place to rest. It may be the temperature of the ground, the texture of the plants, the scent, the insect life around them, or a combination of factors. However, when we observe these choices without judgement, they can provide fascinating insights into how dogs interact with their environment and the resources available to them.

One of the principles of zoopharmacognosy is trusting that animals often know far more about what they need than we give them credit for. Sometimes, the most valuable thing we can do is simply watch, listen and learn. 🐾🌱

14/06/2026

3 fresh food recipes formulated this week. All formulated to FEDIAF guidelines.
🐾 One for a fussy dog whose owner wants to try home cooked.
🐾One for a dog with stage 2 kidney disease where clinical guidelines are also a consideration.
🐾One for a dog who won’t eat much in one meal so we need to ensure the dog is getting all their nutrients in a small a portion as possible.

Need help with your dog? Get in touch.
Very limited spaces for consultations at the moment due to other commitments.

08/06/2026

Nutrition is a science, not an opinion.

When a vet recommends a kibble, that recommendation is an opinion not a scientific fact.

Why?

Because the scientific evidence consistently links ultra-processed foods with chronic disease. Kibble is an ultra-processed food.

There is no body of evidence showing that ultra-processed foods are optimal for dogs, humans, or any other animal. Yet there is growing evidence associating them with negative health outcomes.

So if you’re told that kibble is the best food for your dog, remember that’s a belief, not an established scientific fact.

Science should guide nutrition. Not marketing. Not tradition. Not opinion.

04/06/2026

When I was a child, I dreamt of being a lot of things when I grew older.
Never did I dream of being someone who gets excited about doggy toothpaste. Yet here I am…😂

🦷 Who would have thought it was possible to get excited about doggy toothpaste?

Well I am and Zeeyo is what I’m excited about.

This amazing product remineralises teeth, kills bacteria that promote bad breath, gum disease and plaque while containing oral probiotics to promote the good microbes.
And because the ingredients are natural with no nasties, it helps support the digestive system (because, remember dogs swallow the toothpaste used so it’s vital the ingredients aren’t going to cause issues)

Containing:

Hydroxyapatite - Re-mineralizes teeth, prevents cavities and whitens teeth, without the health complications of Fluoride
Pineapple enzymes - anti-inflammatory. Removes plaque, prevents cavities, whitens teeth, and promotes healthy gums
Brown rice - Scrubs teeth
Coconut oil - Antibacterial and antiviral. Kills bacteria, prevents cavities and promotes healthy gums
Probiotics - Protects oral microbiome, killing harmful bacteria and promoting good ones
Cranberry - Protects gums
Peppermint oil - Refreshes the breath
Fennel seeds - Fights bad breath and supports digestion system.
Parsley - Antimicrobial, fights bacteria that cause bad breath

And you only need to use a small scoop so one pot will last your dog ages!

Available in store and on the website.

🔷Naturally Nourish Your Dog: Holistic Care for Lasting Wellbeing
📍Find us at 171 Moorwell Road, Scunthorpe, DN17 2SX
🕘Open Mon-Fri 9-6; Saturdays 10-6; Bank Holidays 10-4; Closed Sundays
🌐www.tillystreatcupboard.co.uk
📦Local delivery available
🚚Nationwide delivery on ambient goods

02/06/2026

I’ve invested thousands of pounds into my education in canine nutrition. Not hundreds, thousands!

That includes accredited courses, countless hours of continuing professional development, extensive research using scientific literature (not Google, ChatGPT, or Facebook), and now a Graduate Diploma in Naturopathic Nutrition.

Then I look around and see people spending a few pounds on an online certificate and calling themselves a canine nutritionist. I’ve completed some of those courses myself, and they are incredibly basic and often outdated.

Do I know everything? Absolutely not. In fact, the more I learn, the more I realise there is still to learn. That’s exactly why I have a trusted network of professionals I can consult with, refer to, and collaborate with when needed.

Nutrition, and health in general, is a constantly evolving field. Completing one course, starting a social media group, and declaring yourself an expert simply isn’t enough. Nor is copying other people’s work and making out you wrote them (I’ve pulled a certain ‘dog nutritionist’ up on that in the past!).

And while we’re on the subject, please be cautious about taking advice from random people on social media. They don’t know your dog, your dog’s history, your circumstances, or the bigger picture.

The canine industry will only improve when guardians become more discerning about who they trust and pay for advice.

Do your research. Check credentials. Ask questions.

Then ask even more questions.

Your dog deserves nothing less.

We’re back, and if there’s one conversation we want to reopen with honesty, clarity and purpose, it’s this. Who should you trust with your dog’s health, nutrition and wellness advice online?

Pet parents are navigating an overwhelming amount of information every single day. Social media, Facebook groups, blogs, reels, infographics, “expert” pages, AI-written posts, and bite-sized content that looks polished and persuasive. But appearance is not the same as accuracy, and confidence is not the same as competence.

One of the biggest issues in the canine space right now is the astronomical rise in people presenting themselves as canine nutrition experts, consultants, or guides, despite having very limited training, outdated course content, or qualifications that simply do not reflect the complexity of the cases they are advising on today.

A Level 3 qualification can be a starting point, but it should not automatically be seen as evidence of advanced expertise, particularly when someone is advising on chronic illness, complex gut issues, allergies, elimination diets, endocrine concerns, behavioural links, supplement protocols, or multi-factorial cases that require a far deeper level of understanding.

We also have to acknowledge the reality that this space is still largely unregulated. That means there are very few barriers to entry, no consistency in educational standards, and no real accountability. Some courses have not kept pace with current science. Some offer a narrow prospectus that leaves major gaps in knowledge. Some do not adequately teach scope of practice, critical thinking, research appraisal, or when referral to a more appropriately qualified professional is needed.

Now add AI to the mix.

AI-generated content has made it easier than ever to produce professional-looking educational posts in seconds. The problem is that AI is only as good as the information selected, prompted, and checked. There is always a very large potential for bias in data selection, and without proper fact-checking, critical review, and context, inaccurate or oversimplified information can spread incredibly quickly.

And because social media rewards reach, outrage, controversy and engagement, a lot of the content we see reaching our feeds now is deliberately designed more to spark reaction than to support informed decision-making. The louder the claim, the more attention it often gets, whether it is nuanced, current, or true.

This is exactly why we believe pet parents need to feel empowered to ask better questions.

Who is giving this advice?
What are their qualifications?
Are they insured?
How recent is their education?
Do they undertake ongoing CPD?
Can they explain their sources?
Do they understand the limits of their knowledge?
Do they know when to refer out?

These questions matter.

At The BalancedThe Balanced Caninecy has always been central to what we do. You can access our team’s qualifications, certifications, and background information at any time, both in our group and on our website, because we believe trust should be built on openness, integrity and evidence-led education.

And on that note, it feels really good to be back.

We’re here to support, guide and educate, whether that’s within the group or through the resources on our website.

If you haven’t already, please check out our new article linked below in the comments!

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