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Health & Home

Dog Food Costs: Is $20 per Month Enough?

Sharing your home with a pet is an expensive proposition. Though estimates vary, reports state that the lifetime cost of an owning a dog can run...

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Health & Home

Pet Parrots At Risk Of Overeating: How To Keep Your Feathered Friend Healthy

According to the 2013 State of Pet Health Report by Banfield Pet Hospital, pet obesity affects approximately one in four dogs and cats in the United...

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Health & Home

New Treat for Pet's Easter Basket

Spoiling your pets with presents for any occasion is a fun way to let them know you love them. With this in mind and with Easter right around the...

The Dog Chef makes customized meal plans that are healthy dog food

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Meet the Dog Chef

I met Kevyn Matthews, "The Dog Chef", purely by chance. We were both attending last week’s Anthony Rubio event at Doggie Do & Playtime Too. As we...

POPULAR ARTICLES IN NUTRITION

Cat and Dog Gas: 8 Things You Never Wanted to Know
Cats and dogs get gas. Some dog breeds are more prone to having gas. Learn how you can prevent dog gas!
How Long Should I Wait To Exercise My Dog After Eating?
Q: I have a Saluki and was told a dog's stomach can flip if he exercises after eating. How long should I wait after feeding to take him for his walk?...
Puppy Hiccups: Are They Normal?
Should puppy hiccups be reason for concern? Why do puppies get the hiccups? What should you do if your puppy has the hiccups?
Human Food for Pets: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Feeding your pet that side of mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving may not be the best thing. Letting them get that early stockpile of Christmas chocolate...

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Get Fit with Your Pet

The New Year's resolution of getting fit is sometimes hard to keep. By mid-January and early…

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Bone Swolled by Dog

My Cocker Spaniel swallowed a small round lamb chop bone whole. Are there signs that this may be…

Cat Food

The Cat Food Series: Part 2

It's time for another round of taste tests! Sara Radle sits down with pet owners to answer…

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Can my Kitten Eat Dog Food?

Q: Is it okay that my kitten prefers my dogs' food to her own kitten food? I feed my dogs good food…

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Overeating in Parrots

According to the 2013 State of Pet Health Report by Banfield Pet Hospital, pet obesity affects…

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How do I change dog food?

Q: I'm introducing new dog food into my dog's diet, but she always gets sick around the third day…

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Can You Explain Zinc Posioning

Q: In the American Profile insert for May 4-10, your "Ask the Vet" piece warns against "creams with…

Diets for Large Breed Puppies

Diets for Large Breed Puppies

Large puppies, and particularly giant breed puppies, are at risk for severe and devastating bone…

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Pet Obesity Awareness Day

Plump pets may be cute, but pet obesity is a real problem; being overweight can lead to serious…

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Bad Foods for Dogs with Ulcers

Are there any special diets or foods to avoid for a dog with an ulcer? Q: Are there any special…

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Reading Pet Food Labels

Choosing the right foods to feed your dog and cat is just as difficult as choosing the right foods…