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Why We’re Misjudging Dog & Cat Food Quality

April 6, 2026/ Nicole R. Cammack

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.

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

March 20, 2026/ Nicole R. Cammack

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.”

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Forever Chemicals in Pet Food: What the Data Says

March 19, 2026/ Nicole R. Cammack

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

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

March 18, 2026/ Nicole R. Cammack

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

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

March 13, 2026/ Nicole R. Cammack

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

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

July 21, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

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.

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Why We’re Expanding: A Note From Nicci

May 28, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

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.

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Recent FDA Pet Food Recalls & Warning LettersRecent FDA Pet Food Recalls & Warning Letters. Images captured from FDA website. Date accessed: 15Mar2023.

Big Pet Food v. Raw Food: Recalls & Warning Letters

March 15, 2023
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An ‘FDA Warning Letter’ is not just a ‘Warning’

February 15, 2023
If you’re just catching up, Midwestern Pet Foods (manufacturer of Earthborn, ProPac, SportMix, CanineX...
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The Tough Questions We Ask Prospective Brands

September 23, 2021
Recently a pet food company reached out to us in an attempt to earn a spot on our shelves. In response, Nicci asked a series of questions regarding the quality and safety surrounding the food.  The following is a dialogue between her and a Prospective Pet Food Company.  (Please note that additional information is provided for context.)
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An ‘FDA Warning Letter’ is not just a ‘Warning’

August 30, 2021
….and other lessons courtesy of Midwestern Pet Foods   A…
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The Covid-19 Pet Food Shortage

February 26, 2021
The Covid-19 pandemic has caused significant disruptions in the…
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‘Voluntary’ Pet Food Recalls are NOT Voluntary

January 15, 2021
A Brief History of Deadly Pet Food Recalls Many pet owners,…
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Recalled Pet Food: Aflatoxin

Must Read: Aflatoxin Pet Food Recalls

January 1, 2021
The recall of SportMix dog and cat foods may impact you even…
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