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Myth: Kibble Cleans My Pet’s Teeth.

July 5, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

Fact: Kibble contains large amounts of carbohydrates (sugars), creating an environment where bad bacteria thrive – often leading to …

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7 Reasons Why You’ll LOVE Freeze-Dried Food

June 28, 2021/ Jenna Harrison

1. Nutritional Value Freeze-dried raw food is still raw and has not been cooked. Therefore, perhaps the best benefit …

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Local Provider Recommendations

June 23, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

We’ve compiled an amazing list of local providers from veterinarians and medical specialists to dog sitters and walkers to …

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MSM: A Boost for Your Dog’s Joint Health

June 8, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, enhances joint health & can also help with these six ailments: Blocking Pain Signals Reducing inflammation …

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3 Questions to Ask when Finding the Perfect Dog Chew

June 8, 2021/ Jenna Harrison

Is your dog craving a tough chew to gnaw on, or simply needs a chew that will keep their mind occupied? Learn 3 questions to ask yourself!

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7 Essentials for Adventuring with your Dog

May 13, 2021/ Jenna Harrison
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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 …

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CBD & Hemp: What is CBD and How Does It Work?

June 26, 2020
Cannabis: An Ancient Crop with Claims of Health Benefits The…
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Journal of Animal Science Article Full Summary, Volume 98, Issue 6, June 2020

June 16, 2020
In June of 2018, Lisa Freeman, a board-certified veterinary nutritionist from Tufts University published a blog titled “A broken heart: Risk of heart disease in boutique or grain-free diets and exotic ingredients.” This blog warned pet owners and veterinarians that ‘BEG’ (boutique, exotic, grain free) diets were causing heart disease in dogs. This left professionals and the public scrambling for more information, which was further fueled by media frenzy. As a result, the FDA launched an investigation which was complicated by sampling bias, overrepresentation of subgroups and confounding variables. For the past two years, despite additional commentary articles, scarce and vague scientific data and inconclusive FDA reports, information regarding DCM has been incomplete at best. Lack of information has been accompanied by abbreviated synopses of case studies with multiple variables and treatments, incomplete medical information and conflicting medical data and opinions from veterinary nutrition influencers.
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Summary Journal of Animal Science Article, Volume 98, Issue 6, June 2020

June 16, 2020
In 2018 a blog from a veterinary nutritionist sparked a controversy between ‘BEG’ diets and heart disease in dogs. For the past two years, despite an FDA investigation, scarce and vague scientific data has created major issues for pet owners and the pet industry. For clarity, ‘BEG’ diets are known as Boutique, Exotic protein or Grain Free. A recent article published in the Journal of Animal Science titled, “Review of canine dilated cardiomyopathy in the wake of diet-associated concerns” that appeared to be a saving grace for many advocates of ‘BEG’ diets. This paper investigated a potential association between grain-free pet food and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. The authors state, “based on this review of the current literature, there is no definitive relationship between these implicated diet characteristics and DCM.” Despite this statement, realize the purpose of this paper was to identify numerous knowledge gaps surrounding DCM and nutrition, rather than to draw conclusions. While no link between ‘BEG’ (boutique, exotic, grain-free) was found, this does not mean that nutrition and other considerations are not at play.
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How to Save Money on Your Pet’s Diet During Tough Times

May 4, 2020
As the pandemic continues, many pet owners are facing financial…
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Considerations for Pet Food Bulk Buying and Shelf Life

May 4, 2020
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.
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Engage Your Pooch: Fun Ways to Keep Your Dog Mentally and Physically Active

April 25, 2020
More people are home with their pets these days and just like their humans, pets need to stay both mentally and physically engaged.
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Grain-Free Dog Food Controversy: We Need Less Marketing and More Science

March 12, 2020
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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