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How to Tell If a Dog Is Sick
If you’re concerned your pup seems “off,” you’re smart to pay attention. Every experienced pet parent knows behavior changes are one of the first warning signs of a potentially sick dog. For example, instead of bounding up for a walk when you pick up the leash, your dog might raise his head and look at…
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Can Dogs Eat Russet Potatoes?
A varied diet is the best way for dogs to get all the nutrients they need and maintain top-tier pet health. A single type of dog food is rarely enough to meet their needs, let alone keep them satisfied! Russet potatoes are a human food that’s safe for dogs and tick all the boxes for…
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How To Foster A Dog
If you have the space, the time, and the love to spare, why not consider fostering a dog? You’ll get the pleasure of spending time with a sweet four-legged friend and in turn, provide them with a second chance and the opportunity to experience the joy of a loving home. Each year more than six…
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What to Look for in Dog Food for Herding Breeds
Herding dogs are hard workers, and they must get high-quality dog food to meet their energy needs. The most common dog breeds that are used for herding include Australian Shepherds, or Aussies, Border Collies, German Shepherds, and Old English Sheepdogs. Working dogs like these have high energy levels and needs that require dog food that…
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Why Does My Dog Keep Getting Ear Infections?
If your dog gets recurring ear infections, you might want to take a closer look at its diet.
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Manganese For Dogs: Does Your Dog’s Diet Have Enough?
The role of manganese for dogs, how much they need, and how to spot a manganese deficiency.
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Symptoms of Mycotoxin Poisoning in Dogs
What to know about mycotoxin poisoning in dogs and how the mold gets into kibble.
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Pet Poison Prevention Advice from a Veterinary Toxicologist
Dr. John Tegzes, VMD, Diplomat American Board of Veterinary Toxicology from Western University of Health Sciences, provides a quick overview of what can make your dog sick. Can Dogs Eat Leftovers? “Dogs sometimes have food seeking behaviors, they’ll get into the garbage and they’ll eat the scraps of food that we either throw away that…
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What Does Human Grade Mean for Pet Food?
Pet food marketing is right up with there with general “wellness” or “all natural.” It’s confusing. What do these terms mean? To answer these questions and more, let’s explore this corner of the wild and woolly world of pet food land. Let’s start with a distinction of human grade dog food vs. feed grade. What…