Omega-3s for Dogs: Why They’re Important
Healthy fats are an extremely important part of your dog’s diet. They’re almost as important as protein. In fact, wild
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Dog Food & Feeding
Transitioning Your Dog to a New Food
Every now and then, it becomes necessary to make a change in your dog’s diet. Perhaps your vet has recommended
Read morePentobarbital and Beef Tallow: Is Your Pet’s Food Safe?
If you are active on social media or spend a lot of time on the internet, you have probably heard
Read moreWhy Canned Pumpkin is Good for Dogs and Cats
Believe it or not, dogs and cats usually love the taste of canned pumpkin. Not only that, it’s actually good
Read moreGive a Dog a Bone: How to safely feed bones to dogs
“With a nick-nack patty whack, give a dog a bone….” Bones have been associated with dogs for as long as
Read moreVegan Pet Foods: What’s New?
If you are thinking of switching your family to an exclusively plant-based diet, you may be wondering if you should
Read moreGrain Free Diets – Are they best for your dog?
Fact vs. Fiction Grain-free diets have been all the rage the past few years for humans and dogs alike. But
Read moreTurmeric and Your Dog’s Health
Turmeric – Could this spice help my dog? Dogs are living longer than ever before in history. Your pup may
Read moreDog Safety Tips for Families
Owning a dog can be a lot of fun, but it is also a big responsibility that cannot be taken lightly. Keeping your dog healthy and safe while also ensuring the safety of your family and other people is important.
Read moreYour Dog’s Unique Nutritional Needs
In the not-so-distant past, there were basically two dog food options: puppy chow and everything else.
Read moreTop Feeding Tips From Dog Owners
Every mealtime gives you the chance to provide nutrition and to nurture that special bond you have with your dog.
Read moreDog Food That Maintains Healthy Digestion
Virginia-based emergency veterinarian Katy Nelson has seen the havoc that a poor diet can wreak on a dog.
Read more7 Food Ingredients for Your Dog’s Health
Which key dog food enhancements help safeguard dogs?
Read moreWhat Not to Feed Your Dog
When shopping for dog food, pet food stores offer a wide variety of choices.
Read moreHelp Your Dog Go Green at Mealtime
From using biodegradable dog waste bags to replacing store-bought toys with safe, old household objects, pet lovers are demonstrating that they are environment lovers too. It’s only natural that the concern over pollution from pets would extend to chowtime.
Read moreControl Your Dog’s Weight With Food
According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 45 percent of all dogs in the U.S. are overweight or obese. Luckily, there are food choices, based on good science, that can help treat the problem of an overweight or underweight dog.
Read morePrebiotics Support Your Dog’s Inner Strength
During any given week, your inquisitive dog has probably explored your house and neighborhood, which means it comes into regular contact with everything from dog park soil to favorite canine lampposts, all of which can harbor germs.
Read moreHow Dog Food Is Made and Tested
The process of making high-quality commercial dog food involves scientists, nutritionists, veterinarians and even dog-food tasters in a production more befitting the Food Network than Animal Planet.
Read moreDog Food Ingredients: The 4 Essential Groups
Increasingly, some commercial natural dog foods are including more ingredients from the same food groups that people serve on the family dinner table. These groups include not only meats and other proteins, but also grains for carbohydrates, healthy fats for omega fatty acids, and vegetables and fruits for fiber.
Read moreWhet Your Dog’s Appetite With Wet Food
Canned or bagged, wet or dry: These are basic choices you must face when perusing the pet food aisle of your favorite store. "Wet" products have undergone some major improvements this year and may be the best choice for your dog. Here’s what you need to know.
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