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What pet food labels miss, trends get wrong, and science helps explain.

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From A(staxanthin) to Z(inc)

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“The presence of an ingredient is not the same as a therapeutic level of it.”

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Cats and Kibble: Isn’t It About Time You Had The Talk?

Sit your kitty down. It’s time they understand that the best kibble for cats doesn’t exist. Cats have specific dietary needs, none of which are met on a kibble diet. So, what should a cat’s diet include?
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HPP & Pet Foods – What You Need to Know

Are you down with HPP? Your pet deserves nothing but the best. Of everything! Snuggling, sunset walks, soft pillows, and food that will keep the zoomies going and laughter flowing. As a savvy pet parent, you may have heard of HPP, a method of processing raw pet food that has some in the raw community scratching their heads about whether the food is indeed raw.
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3 Dubious Pet Food Label Tricks You Need To Know

Guaranteed analysis, ingredient labels, packaging claims– what is a pet food label actually telling you about the quality of food? Get exactly what you want for your four-legger using these little-known tips.
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Are Peas Safe for Dogs?

A recent study on diet-related DCM and its link to grain-free diets has led to misinformation and more questions. The focus should shift instead to taurine.
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What Others Aren’t Telling You About “Low Carb” Dog Food

Marketing jargon like no grains or fillers! Crafted messaging like buy this recipe– it’s the lowest in carbs. These do little to tell you what you need to know. So, let’s cut through the fluff and spin and talk about what no one else will– exactly what needs to be in your dog’s bowl.
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What’s the Difference Between Air-Dried, Dry-Roasted, & Dehydrated Dog Food, Exactly?

Of course feeding a fresh, raw diet is best. But Dehydrated recipes, including dehydrated food, air-dried food and dry-roasted food offer an easy way to make sure your pet get’s all the whole-food nutrients he need to be happy and healthy.
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FROM A(STAXANTHIN) TO Z(INC)

Debunking Milk Thistle Dosages

Photo by @theboxerandthebear Steve the dog loves rolling in the grass- scratching his back, then his chin, not forgetting a onceover on the booty. He’s just busy being adorable and

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December 7, 2018 9 Comments
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Our Top 3 Picks for Dogs

So you saw our top three for cats, but you don’t really care because you have a dog. Well, calm down now because we have our top three picks for

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April 12, 2017 No Comments
Better Your Pet

Much Ado About Poo

I had a mischievous chocolate lab named Iz who once ate several multi-colored water balloons. Don’t ask me what motivated her, because I still scratch my head at the things

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October 10, 2018 2 Comments
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Gastro Tell(s) All

The gastrointestinal system of a dog is a magically complex place filled with wonder (and poop, assuming your pup is regular) likened to a well-oiled machine when it’s functioning properly.

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October 10, 2018 No Comments
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