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Why Accurately Measuring Your Pet’s Food is Essential

June 7, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

One of the easiest steps we can take to better our pets’ health is to measure their food accurately. Being attentive to meal portion size is an important detail for maintaining not just our pet’s weight, but their whole body health. 

Why ‘Eyeballing’ Isn’t Enough

Feeding your pet the right amount of food is crucial for their overall health and well-being. Do you feed a “handful” or a “scoop” of dry food? Do you just fill your pet’s bowl? If so, exactly how much is that “scoop” or “handful”? Is your measurement more or less than a cup?

Read more
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Allergies vs. Sensitivities in pets

Pet Allergy Tests: Explained

June 7, 2023/ Tina Adams

Have you noticed your dog is extra itchy at certain times of the year or after eating certain foods? There are many factors to consider before performing an allergy test for your dog. Here’s what you need to know about allergy tests for pets.

Read more
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The Little-Known Benefits of Feeding Eggshell Membranes

April 16, 2023/ NorthPoint Pets

Egg membranes are often overlooked as a potential source of nutrition for pets. However, they contain important nutrients that can benefit your dog’s or cat’s health. The egg membrane is the thin layer that separates the eggshell from the egg white. It comprises two distinct layers: the outer and inner membranes. Both of these layers are edible and contain various nutrients.

Read more
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4 Easy Ways to Prepare for the Most Inconvenient Events

April 16, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

Not all pet emergencies are life-threatening. Some are simply inconveniences that always seem to happen at 5 p.m. on a Friday when your vet is going home for the weekend. When that happens, you need to be your pet’s first responder. This means having the right tools on hand to successfully deal with these “urgent care” but not “emergency care” issues.

Read more
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NorthPoint Pets Fiber for cats and dogs

Understanding the Role of Fiber in Your Pet’s Diet

March 23, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

Most pet owners immediately associate fiber with healthy poop. However, fiber does much more for your pet than that. Fiber plays a significant role in the absorption of nutrients in their diet and can benefit their overall health in many ways.

Read more
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The Good, Better, and Best Dental Care for Your Pet

February 15, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

Your pet’s dental health is an important piece of their overall health and wellness. Oral disease can be caused…

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Keep Your Pet’s Heart Healthy. Without Changing Their Food

February 9, 2023/ Morgan Hunt

When your pet is diagnosed with a heart dysfunction or heart disease, you want to take immediate action to …

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Why Accurately Measuring Your Pet’s Food is Essential

June 7, 2023
One of the easiest steps we can take to better our pets’ health is to measure their food accurately. Being attentive to meal portion size is an important detail for maintaining not just our pet’s weight, but their whole body health.  Why ‘Eyeballing’ Isn’t Enough Feeding your pet the right amount of food is crucial for their overall health and well-being. Do you feed a “handful” or a “scoop” of dry food? Do you just fill your pet’s bowl? If so, exactly how much is that “scoop” or “handful”? Is your measurement more or less than a cup?
Read more
https://www.northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Edited-Scooping-Kibble-Into-Bowl-1.png 928 1334 Jenna Harrison https://northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NPP_nav_color-1-300x94.png Jenna Harrison2023-06-07 15:07:102023-06-07 15:07:10Why Accurately Measuring Your Pet’s Food is Essential
Allergies vs. Sensitivities in pets

Pet Allergy Tests: Explained

June 7, 2023
Have you noticed your dog is extra itchy at certain times of the year or after eating certain foods? There are many factors to consider before performing an allergy test for your dog. Here’s what you need to know about allergy tests for pets.
Read more
https://www.northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/close-up-of-young-female-with-her-dog-sitting-on-g-2022-01-18-23-38-02-utc-scaled.jpg 1707 2560 Tina Adams https://northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NPP_nav_color-1-300x94.png Tina Adams2023-06-07 14:43:032023-06-07 15:05:57Pet Allergy Tests: Explained

The Little-Known Benefits of Feeding Eggshell Membranes

April 16, 2023
Egg membranes are often overlooked as a potential source of nutrition for pets. However, they contain important nutrients that can benefit your dog's or cat's health. The egg membrane is the thin layer that separates the eggshell from the egg white. It comprises two distinct layers: the outer and inner membranes. Both of these layers are edible and contain various nutrients.
Read more
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4 Easy Ways to Prepare for the Most Inconvenient Events

April 16, 2023
Not all pet emergencies are life-threatening. Some are simply inconveniences that always seem to happen at 5 p.m. on a Friday when your vet is going home for the weekend. When that happens, you need to be your pet’s first responder. This means having the right tools on hand to successfully deal with these “urgent care” but not “emergency care” issues.
Read more
https://www.northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/WhatsApp-Image-2023-04-13-at-10.01.08-AM-e1681394908441.jpeg 880 1600 Jenna Harrison https://northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NPP_nav_color-1-300x94.png Jenna Harrison2023-04-16 14:12:372023-05-08 15:59:064 Easy Ways to Prepare for the Most Inconvenient Events
NorthPoint Pets Fiber for cats and dogs

Understanding the Role of Fiber in Your Pet’s Diet

March 23, 2023
Most pet owners immediately associate fiber with healthy poop. However, fiber does much more for your pet than that. Fiber plays a significant role in the absorption of nutrients in their diet and can benefit their overall health in many ways.
Read more
https://www.northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-09-at-1.46.39-PM-e1684162519317.png 548 865 Jenna Harrison https://northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NPP_nav_color-1-300x94.png Jenna Harrison2023-03-23 13:37:482023-05-15 14:55:48Understanding the Role of Fiber in Your Pet’s Diet

The Good, Better, and Best Dental Care for Your Pet

February 15, 2023
Your pet’s dental health is an important piece of their overall health and wellness. Oral disease can be caused...
Read more
https://www.northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/millennial-girl-brushing-her-weimaraner-dogs-teeth_t20_jLn3OX-1-1024x684-1.jpg 684 1024 Jenna Harrison https://northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NPP_nav_color-1-300x94.png Jenna Harrison2023-02-15 04:30:082023-05-08 16:10:48The Good, Better, and Best Dental Care for Your Pet

Keep Your Pet’s Heart Healthy. Without Changing Their Food

February 9, 2023
When your pet is diagnosed with a heart dysfunction or heart…
Read more
https://www.northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/pexels-gabe-11512216-scaled-2.jpg 1707 2560 Morgan Hunt https://northpointpets.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NPP_nav_color-1-300x94.png Morgan Hunt2023-02-09 18:33:272023-05-02 13:12:19Keep Your Pet’s Heart Healthy. Without Changing Their Food
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