Every year popular new toys come out that kids are excited about – some of them are pretty neat actually, but others can be quite dangerous. One thing that doesn’t change year to year, is that we must continue to pay close attention to the safety of any new toys we purchase, or that our children receive from others. (While most toys are considered safe, the U.S.
It really is the most beautiful time of the year – but it can also be the most toxic to our pets.
Contrary to belief, poinsettas are among the least toxic. Mistletoe, holly berries, lilies and japanese yews are much more toxic to our pets when they ingest them.
When I think of calcium in foods, I always think animal products first, like milk and ice cream and cheese. But lately I’ve been watching my animal product intake, so I’m looking more to the plant kingdom to meet my calcium needs (although I do love raw plain yogurt or kefir with locally made honey drizzled over the top, or a bit of berry or vanilla stevia blended in).