Why We’re Misjudging Dog & Cat Food Quality

We’ve been asking the wrong questions about pet food. Ingredient lists dominate the conversation, but they don’t tell us how a food actually performs in the body. This article breaks down what really matters – digestibility, formulation, and measurable outcomes – and why the industry needs to rethink how we define “good” nutrition.

grain-free dog food and DCM research analysis showing data-driven canine heart health insights

Grain-Free Dog Food and Heart Disease: What the Data Says (Part Two)

Grain-free dog food and heart disease headlines don’t tell the full story. Here’s what the research actually shows—and why the answer is more complex than “add grains.”

forever chemicals in pet food research concept with dog and food bowl

Forever Chemicals in Pet Food: What the Data Says

Concerned about PFAS in pet food? This data-driven breakdown explains what “forever chemicals” are, where exposure really comes from, and what actually matters.

Copper levels in dog food and impact on liver health

Copper in Dog Food: Why It’s More Complicated Than You Think

A deep dive into the grain-free dog food and DCM controversy, the FDA investigation, reporting bias, and the lawsuit reshaping the debate.

Grain-Free Dog Food and Heart Disease: How the Narrative Was Built (Part One)

A deep dive into the grain-free dog food and DCM controversy, the FDA investigation, reporting bias, and the lawsuit reshaping the debate.

Modern pet food marketing creates more confusion than clarity for consumers.

Influencer Approved, Science Denied: Navigating the Pet Industry’s Marketing Maze

Petfood trends are driven by marketing, not science. Learn how to cut through the noise and choose products that actually support your pet’s health.

premium dog food myths

Premium Pet Food Myths: What You’re Really Paying For

Think expensive always means healthier? Not always. We break down premium pet food myths to help you see what’s real and what’s just marketing hype.

science-backed pet nutrition vs. marketing hype

Is Your Pet’s Food Backed by Science or Just Marketing?

Is your pet’s food backed by real science or just marketing? We’ll help you see how research often gets overlooked and what it means for your pet’s health.

The NorthPoint Pets team standing together during the NorthPoint Pets expansion in Cheshire, CT

Why We’re Expanding: A Note From Nicci

We’re expanding, not just to get bigger, but to build something better. NorthPoint Pets is tripling in size to offer more services, more support, and the same honest, science-driven care.

NorthPoint Pets expert discusses pet food marketing claims with a customer.

“My Dog Was Sick, So I Made a Pet Food Brand” – The Industry’s Most Misleading Marketing Gimmick

When pet food marketing leans on emotional stories, science often gets left behind. Learn how to see through the noise and choose the best nutrition for your pet.