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Non-Processed Dog Food
Loving pet parents, particularly dog owners, have heard all the descriptors — raw food, natural food, fresh food, organic food, whole food, commercial dog food, and non-processed dog food. But what do these mean, and which is better for your dog’s diet? It’s intuitive to think something natural, organic, or fresh would be better than…
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Why Do Dogs Have Tails?
Most loving pet parents can tell you a lot about their pooch by the movements of his tail. It’s an important part of his personality, and it plays an important role in a dog’s body language. It’s part of at least what you think you know about the emotional state of your dog. But is…
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How To Make Your Dog Happy
Your dog is your best friend, and as pet owners, we want nothing more than the health and happiness of our four-legged companions. Here are some of the best ways we as humans can make our dogs even a fraction as happy as they make us. How Can I Make My Dog Happier? The thrill…
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Can Dogs Eat Dates?
Imagine yourself biting into a succulent date. Your dog wants a taste, and those dark eyes dart back and forth from the date to your mouth, his body tensed, just waiting for you to share or drop a tasty morsel. If you’re like many pet parents, you often share your treats…carrots, crackers, and sliced apples are…
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Why Does My Dog Burp So Much?
You know when you’re sitting in the living room watching TV, and suddenly your dog lets out a huge burp? You might count yourself lucky that it didn’t come out the other end, but can excess gas or excessive burping be a sign of trouble? Dog burps, like human burps, result from the formation of…
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Preventative Care for Dogs
Let’s face it, our furry friends become cherished members of the family. Just like any other family member, they deserve the best possible health care. Preventative care is the cornerstone of keeping your dog happy and healthy throughout their life. This blog post will serve as your guide to all things preventative care for dogs,…
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When Should You Switch To Senior Dog Food?
Dogs of different life stages have different dietary needs. Senior dogs don’t have the same nutritional needs as puppies or adolescent dogs, but what should you feed your older dog and should you switch to senior dog food? At What Age Are Dogs Considered ‘Senior?’ The age when a dog is considered a ‘senior’ isn’t…
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Video: DIY PB Blueberry Banana Pupsicles
Whip up this dog-friendly frozen treat for your pup this summer in just four easy steps! Pupsicle Ingredients Instructions Step 1: In a medium bowl, mix the mashed bananas, peanut butter, and honey. Step 2: Add in the low-fat plain yogurt. Step 3: Add blueberries in the bottom of a disposable/paper cup. Step 4: Spoon…
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Dog Food Trial: Understanding Elimination Diets for Dogs
Does your furry friend suffer from itchy skin, constant ear infections, or recurring vomiting and diarrhea? These frustrating symptoms could point to a food allergy, food intolerance, or environmental allergy. While allergy testing exists, it’s not always definitive. That’s where elimination diet trials (also known as dog food trials) come in – a detective game…
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Colitis in Dogs
If you have a furry friend, you might have experienced the unpleasant experience of waking up in the middle of the night and realizing your pooch has had an accident. You can smell the diarrhea, and you know your buddy is in distress. What causes that kind of diarrhea in dogs? Well, there might be…