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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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Better with Age: Why Older Pets are a Great Adoption Option
If you are contemplating adopting a dog or cat, consider adding a senior pet to your family.
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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…
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Can Dogs Have Cranberries?
There’s no denying the pop of vibrant red cranberries adds festive cheer to the holiday dining table. Yet, they’re more than a seasonal side dish. This small fruit packs a punch on the health-o-meter no matter the season. Cranberries even hold a spot on the superfoods list, so you can feel good about snacking on…
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Dog Food for Pregnant Dogs
Proper dog nutrition during pregnancy is crucial for healthy parents and pups. The wellness of both mom and puppies rely heavily on diet and nutrition. As such, feeding pregnant dogs the right food is key. Here’s what you need to know about choosing the right food for dogs who are pregnant and supporting healthy puppies…
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Grain Free Dog Food and Heart Disease
Dog parents may have noticed many canine diet trends have developed in the recent past. A dog’s diet is the most important element of his overall health care, and thus, it’s an important decision. As a result, many pet parents have become increasingly interested in grain-free diets and grain-free dog food. But, as a result…