NPP Journal

What to Do If Your Dog Gets Sprayed by a Skunk

April 5, 2023/ Jenna Harrison and Morgan Hunt

No one ever plans on having their dog get sprayed by a skunk. Being prepared with the proper information and tools can help alleviate some of the stress of a skunk spray.

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.

Julia Q&A

March 21, 2023/ NorthPoint Pets

Meet Cheshire native Julia! Learn all about our newest team member’s background, her pets, and her dog’s favorite NPP toy.

Beyond the Bowl: Creative Ways to Add Greens to Your Dog’s Diet

March 21, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

Adding veggies to your dog’s diet can be a challenge, especially if your pet is a picky eater. But the benefits of greens are undeniable and it’s worth trying to incorporate them into their meals, even if it’s just occasionally. Here are some tips and tricks to encourage your dog to eat their greens:

Recent 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/ Nicole R. Cammack

Unveiling the Mystery Behind Paw Licking

March 10, 2023/ Tina Adams

I often caught my dog incessantly licking his paws. After a while, I began to wonder what was…

Feeding your pet greens? Read This.

March 3, 2023/ Morgan Laudano

Greens are leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale, romaine lettuce, collard greens, and broccoli. These veggies are great natural sources of fiber, rich in vitamins A, C, and K, calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, and essential phytonutrients. Phytochemicals within these plants offer benefits when consumed and provide antioxidant purposes as well.

Before and after cleaning a dirty dog collar

Think Twice Before Putting a Dirty Collar on Your Clean Dog

March 6, 2025

We all know the feeling, your pup is fresh out of the bath, smelling amazing, looking fluffy, and ready for all the snuggles. But before you grab that collar and clip it back on, stop for a second. If that dirty collar hasn’t been cleaned recently, you might be undoing all your hard work.