Alternicare Animal Health Solutions

15/04/2026

15/04/2026

Carved into a sandstone cliff on the edge of a bygone river in the Arabian Desert, a hunter draws his bow for the kill. He is accompanied by 13 dogs, each with its own coat markings; two animals have lines running from their necks to the man's waist.⁠
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The engravings likely date back more than 8000 years, making them the earliest depictions of dogs, a 2017 study revealed. And those lines are probably leashes, suggesting that humans mastered the art of training and controlling dogs thousands of years earlier than previously thought.⁠
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15/04/2026

FYI: if your dog is scooting, licking, or dealing with recurring a**l gland issues, it’s rarely just a “gland problem.” In most cases, it’s a gut problem showing up at the back end. Poor diet, food sensitivities, microbiome imbalance, and chronic inflammation all interfere with how these glands are designed to function.

Healthy a**l glands should empty naturally with normal, well-formed stools. They shouldn’t require repeated manual expression, and they shouldn’t be a source of ongoing discomfort.

When the gut is off, stool quality changes, inflammation increases, and the glands stop clearing the way they should. That’s when you start seeing the cycle of scooting, irritation, and repeat vet visits.

Supporting gut health, improving stool quality, and reducing inflammation is often what restores normal gland function. Check out my blog on restoring healthy a**l gland function, link in the comments 🐾

21/02/2026

Would you adopt a dog who is rejected for being just too sweet?

Some police dogs fail K9 training because they are too friendly and affectionate for operational work. Trainers say these dogs often struggle with controlled responses required for policing because they're more interested in connecting with their humans than primarily following strict orders.

Accordingly, police departments such as Northumbria Police have adoption programs that rehome dogs who do not complete service training. Families can apply, specify preferences like breed and gender, and adopt these dogs for fees typically ranging between 100 and 800 dollars.

What do you think of this?

21/02/2026

BBC UK interview - Kangaroo Dundee 📻 From the early beginnings of rescuing orphan kangaroo joeys in Central Australia, to building our kangaroo sanctuary, to the making of Kangaroo Dundee (BBC documentary series), and up to the recent filming and release of our cinema movie KANGAROO. Grab a cuppa, relax and we hope you enjoy our interview. ☕️☺️🦘

https://www.bbc.com/audio/play/w3ct6x5p

21/02/2026

Your dog’s ancestors consumed the pancreas and other digestive organs of their prey, which provided essential digestive enzymes. Many dogs today struggle with digestion and nutrient absorption. Loose stools, gas, vomiting or pooping undigested food, and insatiable hunger are often early signs of digestive issues.

My latest free article about enzyme deficiency is ready to read; I explain the critical difference between full pancreatic enzyme failure and enzyme insufficiency, why so many dogs struggle long before the problem is identified (and how modern life, diet, stress, medications, and genetics all play a role). Learn why supporting digestion early can dramatically change your dog’s long-term health and quality of life. Link to the article is in the comments ⬇️ 🐾

21/02/2026

German Shepherd head tilts look adorable, but they usually mean something specific. What is your dog reacting to? 👇

21/02/2026

New peer-reviewed, randomized, placebo-controlled research shows that dogs with aggression, social anxiety, or separation anxiety given the probiotic Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP815 experienced significant behavioral improvements in just 4 weeks. Owners reported their dogs settled faster when left alone, slept and woke more consistently, maintained steadier daily activity, and were slightly less active overall, but in a calm, alert way rather than appearing sedated.

Why LP815 is different? This next-generation probiotic naturally produces GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter that helps calm the nervous system by regulating nerve activity. Unlike traditional calming supplements, LP815 works through the gut–brain axis to support more lasting, natural calming effects.

LP815 clinical results in dogs (after 4 weeks):
• Reduced fear- and noise-related aggression
• More restful, consistent sleep
• Improved mood and reduced reactivity
• Better energy and emotional balance
• Faster settling after owner departure

That’s why when developed her one-of-a-kind canine probiotic, she included Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP815™ in PRIMITIVE PROBIOTICS™ : a science-driven approach to rebuilding and maintaining your dog’s microbiome using strains inspired by wild canids, healthy domestic dogs, and living soil.

If you want to explore a science backed probiotic option for your dog, comment BETTERBELLY and we’ll DM you the link.

08/02/2026

Most people panic for the wrong reasons when this happens, and miss the one thing that actually matters 👇