Dog Food

Although they have been around for thousands of years, probiotics are currently popular. Long before humans were aware of probiotics, they consumed fermented products, such as beer, bread, wine, kefir, kumis, and cheese, for nutritional and therapeutic purposes.1  In the late 1800s, Ilya Ilich Metchnikoff was the first person to take a probiotic intentionally after

You have likely seen sunflower oil for sale at your local grocery store, or included in your favorite food’s ingredients list, because the oil is often used for low temperature stove-top cooking and in processed foods. But, you may also have seen that sunflower oil is often listed as an ingredient on your dog’s food

In July 2018, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that they were investigating reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain dog foods, many labeled as  grain-free.1 Many dog parents became justifiably concerned. Finding an appropriate, well-balanced, nutritious diet for your pup is challenging enough without learning that certain ingredients may be

According to the Arthritis Foundation, arthritis affects one in five dogs.1 This progressive disease can cause significant pain and can limit your dog’s mobility. The condition is most common in senior dogs, but pups can be affected at any age, especially if they have a joint issue that predisposes them to arthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is

If you’re a longtime dog owner, then you’re always looking for new treats to tell your good boy or girl that they have, in fact, been a good boy or girl. In that search, you’ve likely looked for fruit options for your furry friend, but that always begs the question: is this safe for my

Do you have a dog who just never seems to like treats? Picky dogs are more common than you think, and as the owner of a dog who is a picky eater, it can be stressful to try to find something your dog will actually eat. Having a picky dog can make everything from buying

Whether you’re looking to avoid cross-contamination with a human who has allergies or your fur baby has allergies themselves, sometimes you need some hypoallergenic dog treats. If you’ve been on the hunt for some and found none, or want to guarantee that the treats are truly hypoallergenic, then here are some recipes to make your

Looking for new and interesting ways to treat your loyal pup? Pupcakes are one of our favorite ways to give your furry friends the experience of a home-baked pastry in a dog-friendly way.  Plenty of talented home bakers out on the internet have come up with their own pupcake recipes for dogs, so to give

[embedded content] Homemade Christmas dog treats aren’t just something special to spoil your dog with over the holidays. They’re also a great gift idea. Making these Christmas cookies for dogs could even be a fun new family tradition. Personally, I like to make some of these treats, put them in a cute Christmas tin or

Dealing with arthritis in dogs will require care and effort on the owner’s part, and it’s a painful process for the dog to go through. Dietary changes can help soothe the pain in his joints, and more importantly, a well-structured arthritis diet for dogs ensures proper weight management which is key to alleviating the symptoms.

If your dog suffers from itchy skin, your veterinarian may have suggested a “diet trial” or “elimination diet” using hypoallergenic dog food as the most effective solution (1). Many people are familiar with other products labeled “hypoallergenic,” such as cosmetics, but we rarely see foods labeled as such. So what exactly is hypoallergenic dog food,

Table of Contents Is there dog food specifically intended for mixed-breed dogs? As dog owners, we are presented with an astounding variety of products, each claiming to be the best dog food available. Given these options on the market, finding a dog food brand that is nutritious, affordable, and appealing to your pet can be

Table of Contents Puppies need a lot of stimulation and attention. As they age, maintaining their cognitive health is just as or more important than ever. And nutrition can be a great aid when it comes to their health. In this blog, we’ll tackle the best dog dementia diet. Just like humans, dogs’ cognitive health

During my 35-year career as a teacher and a coach, I had to approach my work with students in different ways depending on what the learning task called for, teaching or training. Sometimes a task involved learning something new, and that was teaching. Sometimes it was performing a task to perfection, and that was training.

In 2022, the number of cats and dogs adopted from pet shelters in the United States remained similar to the year before, with only a small increase. Cat adoptions increased more than dogs in 2022 compared to 2021. Data from 24Pet’s ShelterWatch revealed trends in pet adoptions last year. 24Pet is a software provider for

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and its state partners inspected 100 pet food facilities in the agency’s fiscal year (FY) 2022, and while those conducted by state agencies overwhelmingly returned findings of “no actions indicated” (NAI), the inspections conducted by FDA itself yielded more significant findings. That is mainly because, if FDA is inspecting

Sustainability can either be a buzzword or an ethos for pet food companies. In a survey, 73% of business professionals told Euromonitor International that companies invest in sustainability to improve or maintain a brand’s reputation. At the same time, 58% of consumers responded in a different survey that they believe they can make a difference

Special Dog Co., the sixth largest pet food company in Brazil, according to Triplethree International, is investing US$1.54 million in a new distribution center in Extrema, a southern region of Minas Gerais state, reported local press sources.  The facility has an area of 7,000 square meters to distribute 600 tons of pet food per week,