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Pet parents often mistakenly blame specific ingredients on their pet food label for their pet’s allergy symptoms. However, allergies to common food ingredients like chicken, beef or other whole foods does not make much sense. While pet food allergies do exist they are incredibly rare. What pets DO react to is the quality of the pet food ingredients and processing they go through. There can also be additional additives and other ingredients causing allergy symptoms – and they usually aren’t listed on the label! Check out this piece by board-certified veterinary nutritionist Dr. Donna Raditic & Dr. Chris Zink, one of the world’s top canine sports medicine and rehabilitation veterinarians.
Are they not as social as you’d like them to be?
Chances are they wish they weren’t so skittish either…. Here are some tips from the Companion Animal Nutrition & Wellness Institute (CANWI).
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Never in a million years did I think I would be switching from Healthcare to Pet care. Four years ago, my family and I adopted an amazing black lab from the Connecticut State Police after she retired. I soon figured out that Monica had extreme food and seasonal allergies. I heard about NPP so I went to seek out their expertise.
The amazing changes I witnessed with the improvement of Monica’s allergies and general wellness made me reconsider my career path, leading to my amazingly rewarding job today!!!
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Well you know about Monica except what you don’t know is she will be 16 this July!! Yes 16!!!! My family also has a German Shepherd named Ammo who is 9 and also retired from the State Police. And last but not least Timmy – an awesome, big, vocal, orange tabby.[vc_empty_space height=”40px”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”4768″]– Timmy[vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”4770″]– Monica[vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”4771″]– Ammo[vc_empty_space height=”40px”]
Everything!!!! My co-workers are amazing. They are my second family. It is very rewarding to help educate customers and guide them to better their pets’ health. There is not a day that I do not enjoy coming to work.
To LISTEN and get to know your customers. There is always more to their pets’ story than they think. Maybe a new toy or a great supplement would be a great addition.
Timmy doesn’t have any favorite treats but he does enjoy a good cat nip!! Monica and Ammo own every stuffed animal in the store and love the WOOFERS!!! But really Monica thinks the store is a self serve buffet!! Typical lab.
I am a big fan of supplements and my favorite is glucosamine. Both of my dogs have felt great improvements with less joint pain since adding this to their daily raw meals.
Have you noticed empty shelves in your grocer’s pet food aisle? Are you having a hard time finding your pet’s food, even from online retailers? Discover the reasons behind these shortages and learn why independent pet stores offer a reliable solution to your pet food supply concerns.
Some pet food brands, including Nestle Purina, Royal Canin, FreshPet, and even prescription diets, continue to see delays and shortages amidst the pandemic.
Shelves remain fully stocked at NorthPoint Pets despite supply shortages at large retailers.
These shortages have occurred everywhere from big box stores to vet offices. Inclement weather, ingredient sourcing delays, labor shortages, and importation delays due to COVID safety measures have all contributed to empty shelves. Some formulas have been modified or discontinued altogether due to sourcing challenges. Additionally, the sky-rocketing adoption rates have raised demand for pet food. Together these factors complete this equation for out-of-stock products.
Unlike supermarkets and big box stores, independent pet stores have weathered the COVID storm with fully stocked shelves and a greater selection throughout. Small retailers have closer relationships with a variety of distributors. Consequently, they have greater access to more products if one distributor runs out. Plus, indie pet staff can provide up-to-date information – meaning they’re more likely to have the answers to your questions and solutions for your concerns regarding your pet’s diet. If you’re concerned about your pet’s food supply, stop in to your local small pet retailer for honest, appropriate recommendations and accurate information.
To read more about this ongoing dilemma, click here.
Don’t despair if you’re worried about your pet’s food supply. Independent pet stores offer a reliable solution with fully stocked shelves and a wide selection of products. Visit your local small pet retailer for honest recommendations, appropriate solutions, and accurate information.
https://www.petproductnews.com/news/purina-and-freshpet-pet-food-shortages-are-impacting-stores-in-pennsylvania/article_d5aba6b6-778a-11eb-a16e-ebee87dc56ec.html
https://www.nj.com/coronavirus/2021/02/panic-buying-for-pandemic-puppies-is-just-part-of-the-reason-for-petfood-shortage.html
Dr. Ryan Yamka and Nicci Cammack are featured on Episode 39 of The Petropolist Podcast. Listen to the second part of their discussion on DCM pet food recalls and beyond!
We have a treat for our shoppers! For every toy and treat purchase over $50, we will throw in one of our brand new NorthPoint Pets Bumper Magnets.
If you are spotted out in the wild by one of our pack mates… er… team mates, we’ll leave a coupon on your car for a free MYSTERY PRIZE redeemable in store!
Stick our bumper magnets on your car, snap a picture, and post it with the hashtags #XMarksTheSpot and #NPPSpotted. Make sure you’re following us on our social media channels to see who else is getting spotted!
What makes a good boy a good boy? How do external factors affect a dog’s behavior? The answer isn’t simple, but owners have a huge influence on how a dog behaves. A study published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science discusses some aspects of human and pet interactions that can influence canine behavior. These behaviors include anxiety, territorial tendencies, reactiveness and aggression.
Dogs are prone to amusing their owners in so many ways, and one of those ways is with a pose that’s become known as splooting. Dog splooting is a position where your dog lies on his belly with one or both legs stretched behind his body. While many pet owners find this pose adorable, there may be certain cases where it may be a cause for concern.
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