Does your dog leave meals untouched or barely sniffed at? If this behavior is something new, you’ll want to talk with your vet to rule out a health issue causing the change in eating patterns. But if the behavior is common for your dog, you may have a picky eater on your hands. Picky eating is a problem because dogs …
4 Reasons Fresh Dog Food Will Make Your Vet Happy
Has your vet asked you, “What are you feeding your dog?” Nutrition is the latest vital assessment vets check. Temperature, pulse, and respiration were joined by pain, and now by nutrition as elements to check in every pet at every visit. The nutrition vital opens the door for a dialogue between vets and pet parents about fresh dog food. Here …
5 Reasons to Choose Meat over Meals
Dogs should eat real food, just like people. Yet, most conventional dog foods contain a lot of highly processed and synthetic materials. If you want a happy, healthy dog, you’ll want to feed your kids meat—not powdered meals. Here’s why real meat can make a difference for your dog: All natural (really) You see “all natural” on a lot of …
10 Benefits of Lightly Cooked Food for Dogs
We are what we eat—and our kids are, too. With the recent surge of dog food recalls, it’s never been more clear that good nutrition is critical for a healthy, happy dog. There are a lot of options to feed your dog, but processed foods aren’t any better for dogs than they are for us. A diet of lightly cooked …
5 Reasons to Help Your Dog Lose Weight
Is your dog overweight? It’s easy to brush this question off, but pet obesity is surprisingly common—and it’s a real problem. To maintain optimum weight, dogs should get regular exercise and eat the right amount of quality, well-balanced food. If you’re not convinced your dog needs a change, consider these reasons to focus on dog weight loss: Fewer Joint Problems …
Got a Green Thumb? 5 Tips for Dog-Friendly Landscaping
You love your dog. You love your yard. But does your dog love your yard? Dog-friendly landscaping keeps your dog safe and comfortable. It also gives space for your dog’s favorite (and necessary) activities, while keeping things pleasant for people. How does your yard measure up? 1. Pick pet-friendly plants Let’s start with safety. There are a host of plants …
Rainy Day? 5 Ways to Exercise Your Dog
Have you ever skipped a run because it was raining? That might work for you, but your dog still needs exercise every day. Dogs who don’t get enough active stimulation are more likely to engage in problem behaviors like digging, chewing, and barking or whining. No matter the weather, your dog has energy to burn. Here are a few ways …
6 Common Dog Food Allergies
Did you know dogs can have food allergies just like people? Symptoms include rash, itching, chronic ear infections, and excessively licking their feet. Dogs may also have food intolerances, which tend to result in diarrhea or vomiting. Either way, understanding the cause of these symptoms is important. Dog Food Allergy Culprits What causes dog food allergies? The top dog food …
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