NPP Journal

A small brown and white dog drinking water from a stainless steel bowl on green grass outside.

What the New “Toxins in Dog Food” Report Really Means for Your Dog

February 27, 2026/ Nicole R. Cammack

A new “toxins in dog food” report is making headlines. Here’s what the screening actually found, what it doesn’t prove, and how to reduce long-term risk without panic or fear-based decisions.

Holiday hours and service updates sign for NorthPoint Pets & Company

In-Store Updates

December 16, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Holiday hours and in-store updates for late December and early January.

Alyssa Trifone, NorthPoint Pets team member, smiling in the store

Meet the Team: Q&A with Alyssa Trifone

December 7, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Meet Alyssa! Her curiosity and care for all creatures, big and small, led her to NPP. She shares her journey, her favorite finds, and life with her pets.

Small Business Saturday sale at NorthPoint Pets with 9AM–Noon savings.

Black Friday Burnout? Shop Small & Save Big

November 23, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Shop Small Business Saturday at NorthPoint Pets with 9AM–Noon savings, free goodie bags, a cat-family bonus, and NPP Cash rewards all afternoon.

Closing early Sunday 11/16 at 3:00 PM

November 7, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

It’s the one time each year our entire NorthPoint Pets team gets to sit down together, share a meal, and celebrate the people who make this place possible.

Dog on a leash during a winter walk in Connecticut, showing year-round flea and tick prevention.

Fleas & Ticks Don’t Take the Winter Off: What We Use

November 1, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

In Connecticut, fleas and ticks don’t take the winter off. We share the safe, effective products our team trusts to help keep your pets protected year-round.

Final NPP Blog Photo Pet costume event at NorthPoint Pets in Cheshire, CT during the 2025 Halloween Party

Halloween Party at NorthPoint Pets

October 23, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Stop by Saturday, November 1 for some spooky fun with your NPP team! Bring your pet in costume for a free goodie bag with purchase, snap a photo at our ghostly photo op, and grab a Spooky Mystery Bag with a bonus $10 in NPP Cash. Exclusions apply. Click to learn more

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.

4 Lessons I Learned from Adopting Two Kittens

March 8, 2022

After our senior cat Timmy passed away in April of 2021, I decided to adopt two female kittens from a local rescue to join our family. That July, we adopted 14 week old Kiwi and Nala. We were only going to adopt one kitten, but the rescue said we had to take both. Of course I couldn’t say no! Caring for these little ones has been quite the trip for me and my family as we all had to adjust to having not one but two tiny fuzzy troublemakers rambling around the house.

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

February 15, 2022

Oral disease can be caused by diet, genetics, or poor oral care. Poor dental health can lead to other ailments, which is why pet owners should learn how to care for their pet’s teeth early. As with most ailments, prevention of oral disease is key. Taking preventative steps saves you the time, stress, and money it takes to treat oral disease down the road.

An Exclusive Look At Nicci’s Research On Raw Food Safety

February 1, 2022

What's Nicci up to these days? Nicci was recently featured in…

Looking Back On 2021

January 27, 2022

2021 was an incredible year for our NorthPoint Pets family! Our…

Learn Why Fresh Fruits & Vegetables Are Beneficial For Pets

January 20, 2022

We know fruits and vegetables are essential for our diets, but they are also beneficial for our pets. Fruits and vegetables are nutrient-dense, and the benefits your pets obtain from the fiber, antioxidants, phytonutrients, and vitamins can do wonders for their health.