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Is Your Pet’s Food Truly Innovative or Just Expensive Hype?

April 21, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

The label looks new. The buzzwords are louder. But the food? It’s mostly the same. Behind every “reformulated” recipe is often a marketing strategy—not a nutritional breakthrough. Here’s how to tell the difference—and why it matters for your pet’s health.

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Dog Food Buying Guide: Look Beyond Price Per Pound

November 7, 2024/ Jenna Harrison

Feeding your pet high-quality food isn’t about spending more; it’s about choosing better. Find out how to make smarter pet food choices with our expert-backed tips.

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Hello, We have a CLLI waiver and we need to select a therapy by 10/22. We are hoping to find Art/play Therapy after school sessions. The contact person we were given: Kelly Curnalia is out of the office until 10/21. Could you please provide me with another contact who would be able to assist us?

Dog Feeding Guidelines: How to Determine Your Dog’s Activity Level.

October 21, 2024/ Jenna Harrison

Transform your dog’s health with effective feeding guidelines tailored to their unique activity level!

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Exploring Pet Nutrition Myths with Dr. Siobhan

July 29, 2024/ NorthPoint Pets

Uncover surprising pet nutrition mistakes and get expert tips in Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Dr. Siobhan.

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Insider Tips: Lessons Learned About Pet Nutrition

January 10, 2024/ NorthPoint Pets

Enhance your pet’s well-being with insider nutrition tips from NorthPoint Pets. Start today!

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Pet Food Rotation Guide

The Essential Guide to Rotating Your Pet’s Meals

November 1, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

Food rotation is one of our best suggestions to improve your pet’s nutrition. We dove in to answer all your questions about when, why, and how to change up your pet’s food!

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Why Accurately Measuring Your Pet’s Food is Essential

June 7, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

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?

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Why Your Pet’s Skin Issues Aren’t Always at the Surface?

October 5, 2022
Grooming is an essential part of owning a pet. But have you ever…
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Picking the Best Pet Grooming Brush

October 5, 2022
Brushing your dog's coat is essential to your pet's health. Regular…
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3 Simple Ways to Improve Dry Kibble

June 29, 2022
Dry kibble is often the convenient food choice for dog owners.…
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Our 18 Best Lick Mat Treat Fillers

June 20, 2022
edit+xClone Element Lick mats are an effective tool to help pets that struggle with anxiety. At NorthPoint, we're frequently asked about lick mat fillers. Here are our top suggestions for lick mat fillers!
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5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Vet Visit

April 22, 2022
Visiting the veterinarian can sometimes be an overwhelming experience for both pet owners and their pets. However, with a little preparation and a proactive approach, you can ensure that you make the most out of your vet visit.
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4 Tips to Repel Fleas and Ticks, Naturally

March 22, 2022
We can’t wait to get outside with warm weather right around the corner. But the warm weather also means ticks, fleas, and other pests are out. When it comes to avoiding ticks, harsh pesticide products may not be best for your pet. Instead, here are our best tips to avoid bringing those pesky hitchhikers home with you.
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Rules to Live by: Leash Etiquette in Public

December 21, 2021
Keep your dog safe with leash training and body language understanding. Follow leash etiquette, advocate for your dog, and use effective tools when necessary."
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