The dog days of summer are here! For many of us, that means it is time to hit the road and explore the great outdoors with our dogs, and for others that means spending relaxing days at home with man’s best friend. No matter how you plan to spend your summer, it’s important to be …
As the temperatures rise, many of us and our canine and feline companions, find ourselves spending more time enjoying the great outdoors. From hikes and runs to playing fetch and exploring the backyard, the dog days of summer are best spent in the sunshine. Nothing crushes a great day of fun in the sun like …
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Dogs truly are a man’s (and woman’s!) best friend. A constant companion, our dogs become an important piece of our everyday life. From puppyhood to those precious golden ages, each stage of your dog’s life brings joy to the people who love him or her. Because dogs become a member of the family, it is …
From frozen pet food to freeze-dried, dehydrated, air-dried, baked, and even toppers – how do you know which option is best for your pet? The most important factors to consider are nutrition and convenience. Raw/Frozen Pet Foods Raw frozen pet foods are the least processed and one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can feed …
Canned pumpkin has nutritional benefits for cats and dogs of all ages. The canned version is easy to store and mixes easily with pet food. Plus, many pets enjoy it, and it can be great to have on hand to help with feeding medications. It’s a pantry staple for any pet owner! Excellent for Digestion …
Dogs and cats are carnivores, as their ancestors were before them. Starting with their saliva and continuing through the digestive process, they do not easily digest processed foods that are packed with carbohydrates and fillers. In fact, a leading cause of obesity and diabetes in pets is a diet with too many carbohydrates. You can learn …
The digestive systems of dogs and cats are designed to digest meat. Modern dogs and cats are carnivores, just like their ancestors before them. Meat is what your pet craves! Dogs and cats do not easily digest processed foods that are packed with fillers. In fact, a diet with too many carbohydrates is a leading cause …
Why Pay Attention to Dental Health? The American Veterinary Dental Society estimates that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats will develop an oral disease by age 3. Common dental diseases include periodontal disease and xerostomia (dry mouth). Here are some common warning signs: Chewing exclusively on one side of the mouth Bad breath Excessive …
Dogs and cats are very different species, and they have unique nutritional needs throughout their lifetimes that you as their caretaker should be aware of. While both dogs and cats are carnivores, dogs are functional carnivores while cats are obligate carnivores. Obligate carnivores are “true” carnivores because they depend on the nutrients found only in …