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Color Code Your Dog Food with Gayle Pruitt

The Color Code Your Dog Food Podcast, is a playful blend of nutrition, recipes, and dog tales, where your host, Gayle Pruitt, decodes the spectrum of doggy nutrition. We're serving up a buffet of easy-to-follow, color-coded food groups for your pup, sharing drool-worthy recipes, and swapping heartwarming stories from dog enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're a newbie pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, this is your one-stop spot for a healthier, happier, and more colorful journey with your four-legged friend.

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Episodes

CCYDF E30 - Sgt Stubby, America's 1st Canine NCO and a Healthy Snack Recipe Loaded with Anthocyanins & Antioxidants Dogs Will Love

A Boston Terrier found wandering around Yale in 1917 was so popular with soldiers training there, he became the mascot of the 102nd Infantry Regiment, 26th Yankee Division - even though it was against the rules! Hear the story of this hero dog who served on the Western Front for 18 months, participating in 17 battles, becoming America's most decorated Best Friend. Then Gayle has an easy dog snack recipe that is the best thing you can give your furry pal for heart and artery health... and so deli...

Jul 23, 202511 min

CCYDF E29 - Hyper- & Hypothyroidism, a recipe to ward off anemia plus Hitchhiker and Hobo, the protector dogs!

In this episode, Gayle explains about the thyroid and why the wellness of this hormone-supplying organ is vital for good health. There is a fantastic recipe that your dogs will find delicious but it's really supporting their thyroid and preventing anemnia, a blood condition that reduces oxygen. Finally, it's the story of Hitchhiker and Hobo, 2 stray dogs that become part of the family who become self-appointed watchdogs and save the day!

May 20, 202511 min

CCYDF E27 - The Magic of Music and a Liver Treat Recipe for Your Furry Friends

This time, Gayle explores the incredible influence that music has on people and pets for mental health and even digestion, particularly stories of her personal experience with music and her Three Muttketeers. You're likely to be very surprised about the type of tunes that she found most effective for mood! Plus, you'll get an easy and very healthy recipe for liver treats that will make your dogs love you even more.

Dec 05, 202411 min

CCYDF E25 - Snacks & Recipes for Doggos! Also: Cooking Protein @ Low Temp & Animals That Save People

In this jam-packed episode, Gayle talks about the importance of healthy snacks and has tasty recipes for gelatin and seed gummies. You'll also find out about the importance of low temperature cooking to prevent carcinogens from forming (always use the nutrient-dense liquid produced!) as well as the danger of aflatoxins in peanut butter and corn. Finally, in Animal Tales, hear about disease-detecting dogs, a life-saving bunny and how Gayle's horse Jupiter saved her life....

Sep 27, 202413 min

CCYDF E23 - A Peach Salsa Recipe for People & Dogs, Peach Pits Helped Win WWI & Bruno the Town Dog

In this episode, Gayle walks us through her special Peach Salsa Recipe - just smelling fresh peaches harkens her back to childhood, when her Grandad made his home-made peach ice cream. That sets up another story; how peach pits and a new invention called activated charcoal helped save soldiers lives in WWI. Plus a bonus story about Bruno, the dog that so enchanted a town, they erected a bronze statue in his honor!

Aug 18, 202414 min

CCYDF E22 - The Importance of Filtered Water & Clean Bowls + Kong the Chow

In this episode, Gayle explains why filtered water, clean bowls and organic food can be crucial to the health of pets and people; especially for the immune compromised. Also, the story of Kong, the abandoned puppy that became the 900-lb gorilla in one maintenance man's heart.

Jul 23, 202412 min

CCYDF E21 - Cucumber/Celery Super Drink for Dogs & People + African Hunting Dogs

Starting with an easy recipe for a fantastically healthy - and fantastic tasting - drink for you and your dogs, this episode also details the science behind cucumber and celery and why they are so good for you. Then, in Animal Tales, Gayle recounts the amazing African Hunting Dogs. These canines are smart, organized and even vote on issues of the pack!

Jul 13, 202411 min

CCYDF E20 - Watermelon Gazpacho for Dogs!

A super-healthy recipe for your favorite furry. Watermelon, tomatoes, sweet red peppers and celantro. Gayle gives you the details on the science of these ingredients and how they have numerous physical benefits... and preparation is a breeze. Then, a story about Mimi, Casper and their relationships with some cats during a temporary stay.

Jul 09, 202413 min

CCYDF E10 - Merry Christmas!

Cranberry Sauce with mixed berries and bananas that you and your dog will love! Thgen, two animal stories that will charm and amaze you.

Dec 20, 202314 min

CCYDF E5 - Health Benefits of Seeds + a Fun & Healthy Cookie Recipe Made with Several Different Seeds

Todays Episode is all about seeds and a fun little cookie recipe made with several different kinds of seeds. So good so healthy for you and your Canine Kid. Then we have two fun animal stories. One story is about a deceptive Happy Dog and the other about my Mimi getting suspended from Doggie Day Care. And of course we can't forget about Dr. Berger's "Berger Bites" as he talks about Kibble - not as good for your pets as we've been told!

Aug 03, 202324 min

CCYDF E4 - All About the Color Purple & Why Purple is Truly Royal & Delicious

The color purple in food and why they are so good for you & your dogs. We have an easy purple soup recipe that is delicious and packed with healthy nutrients, your dogs will lap it up. Then a couple of animal tales; one about naughty birds and a Gayle story about a wolfdog that hitched a ride with her on a mountain road. Hug your dog, tune in and let's have some delicious fun!

Jul 02, 202321 min

CCYDF E3 - Red Pigment in Foods & Why Lycopene is so Good for You & Your Pets

This episode is all about the red pigment in foods, Lycopene, and why Lycopene is so good for you and your dog or dogs. And the recipe today is Watermelon Gummies with Raspberries. Plus, we have two stories; the first one is about dolphins protecting a human family from a Great White Shark, and the second story is about the tiniest hero of WWII - a four-pound Yorkie.

Jun 25, 202323 min

CCYDF E2 - The Color Orange & Beta Carotene

Gayle Pruitt, CN (Certified Nutirionist) and Chef, talks about healthy food for you & your dog. Today, it's all about the color Orange in Beta Carotene.

Jun 06, 202322 min

Color Code Your Dog Food (CCYDF) E1 - Podcast Premiere! A Rainbow of Nutrition, Information, and Canine Tales

Calling all dog lovers! Welcome to the beginning of a brighter, healthier, and happier journey with your four-legged friends! We're excited to announce the launch of "The Color Code Your Dog Food Podcast." This series, hosted by certified nutritionist Gayle Pruitt, playfully explores the vast spectrum of canine nutrition. Gayle will be guiding you through a color-coded system of dog food groups, ensuring your pup's diet is as balanced as a perfectly tossed frisbee. Each episode promises a collec...

May 22, 202324 min
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