Nutrition

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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

Diseases

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...

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Health & Home

Dog Food: What Not To Feed

Customers often ask me which dog food that I carry is the “best. ” It would be wonderful if I could confidently point to one type as the optimum...

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Health & Home

Get Fit with Your Pet

The New Year's resolution of getting fit is sometimes hard to keep. By mid-January and early February, the cold weather outdoors can deter even the...

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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Why Cats Can’t Taste Sweets

Think your cat has a sweet tooth? Cats, along with many other carnivores, are unable to taste…

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Vegetarian Diet for Cats?

Is there such a thing as a healthy vegetarian diet for cats? There are no ifs, ands or buts when it…

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New Year's Resolutions

Could Peaches stand to drop a few pounds? Does Cali need some calisthenics? Maybe Fido needs more…

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Keep Pets Healthy for Holidays

Humans aren't the only ones who find themselves fighting the battle of the bulge during the…

Holiday Pet Food

Party Leftovers: What's Safe?

If you plan on sharing part of your Thanksgiving feast with your dog it's important to know which…

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Eco-Friendly Recipe for Pets

Everyone has heard the warnings and knows the dangers of feeding "human" food to your pet. But when…

Halloween pet safety

13 Halloween Pet Safety Tips

An emergency trip to the vet can make Halloween a real nightmare for you and your pet. Keep your…

A kitten in a cone--making you think about how to save money on veterinary care

Save Money on Veterinary Care

The joy our pets bring to our lives is priceless, but their care can cost us a bundle. According to…

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How Dogs Make Us Healthy

New research shows that dog owners may have better health than those without; they seem to have a…

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Bloggers Talk Pet Obesity

Pet obesity might mean that words like “fluffy,” “big boned,” “chubby” aptly describe your dog or…

Puppy hiccups

Are Puppy Hiccups Normal?

Puppy hiccups are usually a harmless, involuntary contraction of the diaphragm experienced by all…