Food & Toppers

Bowl Building Tip #1: Just Add Water

May 11, 2021/ Jenna Harrison

Proper hydration impacts your pet’s health at many levels and is the most powerful, least expensive improvement you can …

What Causes Dog Tear Stains? Plus Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

March 1, 2021/ Nicole Cammack and Morgan Hunt

You’re probably frustrated with your pet’s tear stains if you’re reading this. Maybe you’ve tried every over-the-counter solution, changed your pet’s food and have been vigilant about cleaning, all to no avail. So, what can you do?

The Covid-19 Pet Food Shortage

February 26, 2021/ Nicole Cammack and Jenna Harrison

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused significant disruptions in the availability of pet food. If you rely on canned food …

Everything You Need to Know About Aflatoxin and Your Pet’s Food

February 11, 2021/ Nicole Cammack and Morgan Hunt

Recalls due to aflatoxin contamination have resulted in the retrieval of hundreds of thousands of pounds of pet food. …

Must Read: Aflatoxin Pet Food Recalls

January 1, 2021/ Nicole R. Cammack

The recall of SportMix dog and cat foods may impact you even if you’re not feeding the food being …

Must Read: Aflatoxin Pet Food Recalls

January 1, 2021/ Nicole R. Cammack

The recall of SportMix dog and cat foods may impact you even if you’re not feeding the food being …

Why You Can’t Rely on the Guaranteed Analysis of Pet Food

December 31, 2020/ Nicole R. Cammack

Pet owners, veterinarians and retailers often rely on the guaranteed analysis (GA) of pet foods to help determine if …

Grain-Free Pet Foods and Heart Disease: The Whole Truth

October 11, 2019

Pet owners and veterinarians are expressing concern over the potential relationship between grain-free pet foods and heart disease known as Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM). However, little research and data are available on this topic, and some industry professionals fail to recognize the greater issue at hand. DCM is just one of the many health concerns that pet owners face, including cancer, diabetes, kidney disease, and allergies.

The Evolution of Pet Food: From Table Scraps to Extruded Kibble

June 17, 2019

In this article, we will take a look at the evolution of pet food, from the invention of the dog biscuit to the extrusion process of making kibble and the current trend of individualized nutrition.