It’s the middle of the night, and you’re awakened by the sound of your dog scratching—again. The constant scratching and licking is enough to drive you nuts, but imagine what it’s doing to your poor dog.
Pet nutrition has become a hot topic in the pet owner community. People are caring more and more about what they put into their faithful companions’ bellies, which means more pet food brands are working to find ways to meet new expectations for their food.
Pumpkin is a favorite staple around the holiday season, but what you may be wondering is whether your pup can also indulge in this fall-time favorite. The answer is yes—not only is pumpkin for dogs acceptable, but feeding your dog pumpkin also provides key nutrients to keep your furry friend healthy and happy.
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If you have a picky pup, nothing is more important than getting him to eat—and to eat healthy—at mealtime. When your dog doesn’t want to eat, it is up to you to ensure that he’s receiving the nutrients and vitamins he needs to stay strong, healthy and happy. Find out the reasons why your dog refuses to eat and use these tips to help bring back his appetite:
A paleo diet for pets means a diet consisting of foods that your pet is biologically designed to eat, which means no grains, legumes, starchy vegetables, dairy, refined sugar or chemical additives. Paleo pet food contains only animal protein and added vitamins and minerals.
If you have a sick dog, determining the root of the problem isn’t always easy. If everything else in your pup’s daily lifestyle has remained constant, a recent change in his diet could be the source; and if so, you’ll need to determine whether or not your pup is experiencing a food allergy, or a food intolerance. Both are considered to be food aversions, however they come about for very different reasons.
Discover the benefits of feeding your dog single-ingredient, grain-free dog treats for training or as a reward.
There’s hardly a more quintessentially American activity than firing up a grill in the summertime, but what’s a gathering over hot dogs, burgers and potato salad if your family dog can’t partake in the fun? “Barbecues are communal, so being able to have your pets there is part of the fun — for you, for the pets and for any kids present,” says Dr. Charlotte Flint, a senior consulting veterinarian in clinical toxicology at the Pet Poison Helpline.
You come home from a long day at work so excited to see your loyal, dedicated, unfaltering best fur baby friend that has been waiting patiently all day to see you.
If your dog exercises often, or if you’d like to get your dog started as a working dog, it is important to understand the proper nutritional requirements. Just like any athlete needs a specialized nutrition plan to help them perform, any dog that engages in strenuous physical activity needs proper working dog nutrition.
Fleas can make your pet itchy, sure. But did you know they can also cause flea diseases in cats and dogs? Find out how to keep your pet safe from these 6 illnesses transmitted by fleas.
Many dog and cat owners have already discovered—and may be using—food toppers. Often pet owners will use these products as nutritional supplements to traditional dog food or as flavor enhancers to entice picky eaters to eat more. If you’ve ever wondered if these products really live up to the hype—or if you’ve never heard of them before and are interested in learning more—we’ve got some answers.
In today’s world, we have access to countless options when it comes to our—and our pets’—meal choices. But, on the topic of limited ingredient diets and proper pet nutrition, is less actually more?
You might have heard from your vet or other pet parents about a rotational diet for dogs or cats. It sounds complex, but in a nutshell, it means changing up the food your pet eats every now and then.
Find out if dogs can eat fish and how it adds to your dog's nutrition.
