Pet owners want the best for their animal friends and are rightly concerned about the ingredients in pet foods and how they are sourced. Pet owners have become more aware of what and how healthy the food is they feed their animals. To address this trend, pet food makers have taken to labeling their premium… Read more »
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What are The Basics of Feline Nutrition?
Anyone who’s ever watched a cat at play understands that felines are natural hunters. They may live under our roofs, but their bodies still consume nutrients like the hunters from which they’ve evolved. Cats are true carnivores, which means their digestive system only tolerates meat, unlike omnivorous humans and dogs. In other words, cats’ nutritional… Read more »
Do I Need to Feed My Dog a Breed-Specific Diet?
For thousands of years, humans have bred dogs to meet human needs and preferences. Whether it’s for hunting, herding, or guarding villages, humans have chosen specific dogs to breed together. These efforts have brought us to the variety of dog breeds we have today. Although we don’t necessarily use our Poodles for retrieving ducks or… Read more »
Your Pets Can Have Food Allergies Too!
Although pets can have food allergies just like people do, they can’t tell us if they feel itchy or unwell. Pet owners need to be on the lookout for allergic reactions to food and prevent them from happening. Pet foods are often prone to induce allergic reactions as the food production is sub-par to human… Read more »
Are You Feeding Your Dogs a Proper Diet?
Unlike cats, who are strict carnivores (only consume meat), dogs are omnivores. And although they can tolerate a diet that’s high on meat products, dogs also benefit nutritionally from fruits, vegetables, and grains. A proper balance of vitamins and minerals is necessary to maintain your dog’s growth, health, and longevity. And human-grade certified dog food… Read more »
How is Human-Grade Certification Different from Natural and Organic Grading?
Pet lovers are much more willing to pay top dollar for quality pet food. The longevity of our pets may depend on the food we offer them. Because there are so many pet food options, decisions on the purchase are made more critically and informed. But, the dizzying array of pet foods and labeling can… Read more »