Infographic: The Healing Power of Dogs
It’s been scientifically proven that dogs can improve our mental and physical well-being, just by being a part of our lives!

The Healing Power Of Dogs – An infographic by the team at ZocDoc


Have
you ever lost your dog? If yes, then you know very well how relieving
it is to receive a call from a stranger who has dialed the phone number
indicated on your dog’s collar or to see your pooch happily run to you
at the community shelter. Without a doubt, critical in most of these
reunions is a good samaritan who has found your missing pet and escorted
him to a secure place.
Standing
in the pet food aisle of your local grocery store, staring down the
endless array of treats, chews, and snacks for your dog can get
overwhelming – especially if you start reading those long lists of
un-pronouncable ingredients! Whether your dog, like mine, gets an upset
stomach from rawhide chews, or you just prefer an all-natural, healthy,
or vegetarian alternative to store-bought goodies, try making your own sweet potato dog chews at home! If your dog is a chewer, or if he prefers a crunch, this recipe from Dog Treat Kitchen is totally customizable – and totally delicious!Since it’s one of the sweetest of all the vegetables, just like the name implies, you’ll have no trouble getting your dog to try this dog treat recipe.Find more great do-it-yourself recipes for your dog here.
Making your own all natural dog treat is an excellent alternative to rawhide.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- 1 Large Sweet Potato, washed & dried
Storing – Although these treats are dried, you will want to keep them in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. You can freeze them for up to 4 months.
- Preheat oven to 250° F
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut off one side of the sweet potato lengthwise, as close to the edge as possible. Cutting the side of the potato first allows you to then turn the potato onto this flat surface that you have just created. Having a stable area to rest the potato will make it easier to cut the potato into slices. Don’t discard that first piece, it comes out just as yummy as the rest!
- Cut the rest of the potato into 1/3″ slices, no smaller than 1/4″.
- Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 3 hours, turning half way through.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
Tips & Techniques
Whether your dog has a need to chew or not, she’ll love this all natural sweet potato dog chew. In fact, it’s such an easy dog treat recipe, I bet you’ll be making several batches at a time for your dog and all of his all natural dog treat loving friends!
- Choosing a Sweet Potato – You want to find a potato that is as uniform in shape as possible. This will aid in the drying process as the pieces will be similar in shape and will cook through at the same time. Also, try to find one that has fewer blemishes or bruises. While you’re picking one to make a sweet potato dog chew, go ahead and pick some for the family, too!
- Knife Skills – If you are a pro with a knife, you may not need to cut off one side to stable your potato. If that’s the case, then by all means skip that step. However, for those of us who are more handy with a pastry bag, than a knife, having a stable surface makes all the difference.
- Cutting Even Pieces – One way to ensure your pieces are as even as possible, is to first rest your knife where you would like to cut. Then press down gently across the entire length of the knife. Make a slight cut, then press firmly on your knife from one end to the other, and cut all the way through.
- Degree of Chewiness – Baking for 3 hours results in a soft, but chewy dog treat. If your dog prefers more of a crunch, then bake for an additional 20-30 minutes. When you take the sweet potatoes out of the oven, they may at first appear to be too soft. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before you decide whether or not to bake them longer. This is because they will continue to dry or harden while cooling.
- Parental Supervision – This is not a dog treat recipe that we recommend for the kids. Please use caution while using a sharp knife, whether you are young or young at heart.

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| Event Info Email | pappyaddison@pappyspetlodge.com |
| Event Info Phone Number | (972) 290-0485 |


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| Event Info Phone Number | (570) 510-9081 |
Introduction
to Positive Training (IPT) is held every week on Thursdays (7pm-8:30pm)
and Saturdays (1pm-2:30pm). It is required for all of our classes at
All Fur Fun that you attend this 1-2 hour long talk. It’s a human only
pow-wow where head instructor Paula Weir teaches you about the primary
methods employed here, as well as determines a more personal plan of
action for you and your dog.
Join us for a fun filled fall festival November 22nd from 11am to 1pm at our training facility!
Bring
the family and be a part of the funky fun featuring over 120 Artists,
Crafters, Designers, Authors & Food Makers selling their unique
hand-crafted items! Attend Both Days…it’s that FUNKY!| Event Website | http://funkyfinds.com/fall |
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| Event Info Email | handmade@funkyfinds.com |
| Event Info Phone Number | (903) 665-7954 |
| Notes |
Funky Finds is adamant about giving back to the community. We have
raised over $15,000.00 for local charities & over 100 animals have
found forever homes at our events! Children AND pets are welcome to snap
a photo with Santa at our event!
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AFF
invites you and your whole family to join us for our First Annual
Holiday Pet Bazaar and Craft Fair! We will be hosting over 20 local
artists and crafters for you to knock off the rest of your Christmas
shopping list. Something for everyone!| Event Website | http://www.allfurfundog.com |
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| Event Info Email | info@allfurfundog.com |
| Event Info Phone Number | (214) 257-8159 |
Fundraiser
for our Lone Stars! Come out to Plantation Golf Club for a day of
golfing benefiting Lone Star Rescue! $65 per player which includes a $10
donation to LSR. 2 person scramble with a 9 am Shotgun Start. Silent
Auction with GREAT items up for bid. Your $65 also includes: Green Fee,
Cart Fee, GPS, practice balls, Free Green Fee Voucher, 1 sleeve TP golf
balls, Breakfast before play & Fajita Buffet After.
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| Event Info Phone Number | (817) 800-8457 |
Join
us for an afternoon of painting your favorite pet picture in support of
this wonderful organization! Bring your friends, favorite snacks and
drinks and let our artist guide you through the painting of your
favorite picture of your pet for a fantastic cause. A portion of all
proceeds will be donated.
| Event Website | http://www.paintingwithinfluence.com/dfw-pug-rescue.html |
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| Event Info Email | contact@paintingwithinfluence.com |
| Event Info Phone Number | (972) 446-0444 |
Introduction
to Positive Training (IPT) is held every week on Thursdays (7pm-8:30pm)
and Saturdays (1pm-2:30pm). It is required for all of our classes at
All Fur Fun that you attend this 1-2 hour long talk. It’s a human only
pow-wow where head instructor Paula Weir teaches you about the primary
methods employed here, as well as determines a more personal plan of
action for you and your dog.
The Funky Finds Holiday Shopping Experience is a FREE 2-day family AND pet-friendly handmade shopping event!| Event Website | http://funkyfinds.com/fall |
|---|---|
| Event Info Email | handmade@funkyfinds.com |
| Event Info Phone Number | (903) 665-7954 |
| Notes |
Funky Finds is adamant about giving back to the community. We have
raised over $15,000.00 for local charities & over 100 animals have
found forever homes at our events! Children AND pets are welcome to snap
a photo with Santa at our event!
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