AVMA, Nutrition & (lack of) Ethics
How many times have you heard a veterinarian or the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) preach that those who …
Nicole is the founder & owner of multiple-award winning NorthPoint Pets & Company, in Connecticut, USA. She has completed undergraduate work in biological sciences, business and holds an M.S. in Nutrition. Currently Nicole is pursuing a PhD in Comparative Biomedical Sciences (Canine Nutrition/Metabolomics). Her extensive background includes experience in the pharmaceutical industry on multiple R&D projects and has had the privilege to learn from leading figures in the human and pet health industries. Nicole has been heavily involved in shaping local, state and federal police canine nutrition education within the USA, helping to improve the modern care and feeding of working dogs. Her interests include working dog nutrition, raw feeding, pathogens, individualized nutrition, metabolism, and nutrition’s relationship to disease in humans and canines. Her current research involves exploration of the canine urinary metabolome and the relationship to diet and disease risk.
How many times have you heard a veterinarian or the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) preach that those who …
As a supplement, raw goat milk has some great nutritional benefits for dogs and cats alike. We frequently recommend it to add hydration to a dry (kibble) diet. But what does the research say? Expert Tip: Goat milk should not be used as a primary source of nutrition.
Every day there is more information made available to educate owners on various diets available. Commonly discussed and debated topics include grain-free foods and the age-old practice of giving your pets “table food.” Should we feed human food to our pets? The short answer is it depends. Some of these foods can be very beneficial and some could have unintended negative consequences.
As the pandemic continues, many pet owners are facing financial difficulties, causing them to rethink their pet’s diet. Raw …
As a pet owner, you’re probably familiar with the idea of buying pet food in bulk. It can be a convenient way to save money and ensure you always have enough food for your beloved pets. However, with the current economic situation and the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, it’s important to reconsider this practice. While it’s understandable to want to stock up on essentials, including pet food, there are some things to keep in mind.
You may wonder if it’s necessary to supplement your pet’s diet with vegetables, especially if they don’t seem to like them.
More people are home with their pets these days and just like their humans, pets need to stay both mentally and physically engaged.
On April 21, 2020, AVMA shared a CIDRAP article on MDR pathogens in raw meat diets for dogs.
NorthPoint Pets & Company wins “Best Single Store Retailer” at Global Pet Expo 2020 in Cheshire, CT. Congrats!
Pet food companies may not be entirely honest in promoting their products as safe and healthy amidst controversy surrounding grain-free dog food and DCM.

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