You just got a new puppy and you are completely in love. Who wouldn’t be? Just like when you have a new baby in the house, people are happy to offer all kinds of advice, good and bad. It can be confusing and a bit overwhelming to decide how...
Category - Dog Nutrition & Health
The ever changing economy seems to keep everyone on pins and needles these days. People are looking for ways to save money, in virtually every aspect of their life. In an attempt to save, people cut corners in every possible way. Often, this...
It is natural for pet owners to want to do the very best for their four-legged friends. This includes wanting to give them the best possible diet. When it comes to dogs, how to choose the right diet can be confusing. You will get all kinds of...
We are all aware of the fact that dogs have teeth and like to use them. If you ever had a puppy that chewed up your favorite party shoes, you know what we are talking about. Dogs use their teeth all the time and in all kinds of ways. As a dog...
Preservatives are an essential part of ensuring your dog’s food is safe well after it has been manufactured. Nutrient-rich animal fats in dog foods can spoil quickly without them. But there is a stark difference between natural preservatives...
Does your dog excessively scratch at their ears? Do they shake their head a lot or tilt it to one side? Have you noticed any redness in the earflaps, or a yeasty-smelling odor emanating from the ears? If any of this sounds familiar, your dog...
Dog-lovers know that dogs are just like people. For this reason, they are the best friends in the world, but they’re also susceptible to some of the emotional struggles that humans can have. Most dog owners at some point want to know how to...
The pocket-sized Yorkshire terrier is an adorable companion to bring into your home. When it comes to feeding that little friend there is good news and bad news. The good news is that your Yorkie won’t eat nearly as much as a larger breed, so...
Bloat in dogs is a much more serious problem than one might immediately expect. If “bloating” doesn’t incite fear in the hearts of dog owners, try Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV), the scientific term for complications of a bloated...
Dog owners know that there’s nothing worse than having a sick canine. Since our four-legged friends can’t speak our language, as much as we’d like them to, sometimes identifying a problem in a dog who isn’t acting as spritely as usual...
There has been a lot of buzz about raw dog food diets lately. Many people, including veterinarians, swear by raw dog foods. If you are considering feeding your dog a raw dog food diet, you need to understand what ingredients to consider adding...
The seasonal change from summer to winter can also impact your dog’s health. In the winter dogs are less active than in the Spring, Summer, and Fall, so you may want to make some adjustments to their diet to help support a healthy weight...
So you’ve finally decided to get a dog! Congratulations! Having a companion animal is one of the most beautiful things in the world. As a brand new dog owner, you may have a lot of questions. The most important is what to feed your dog. With...
Surely you’ve seen it before in movies or television. Before taking the major step in raising your own child, many young adults, either in or out of college, will make the decision to purchase or adopt a puppy. Many people see raising...
There are a lot of factors to keep in mind when considering dog nutrition and especially achieving optimal dog nutrition for your furry friend. Just like raising a baby, there are a variety of factors that come into play that will help...
Adult dogs and puppies are two completely different animals. They have different nutritional needs and different levels of energy. How do you know if you should be feeding your puppy a puppy food formula or a dog food formula? Let’s take a...
