NPP Journal

Grain-Free Dog Food and Heart Disease: How the Narrative Was Built

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.

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.