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The Tough Questions We Ask Prospective Brands

September 23, 2021/ Nicole R. Cammack

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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2021 Storefront Retailer of the Year by the Independent Pet Innovation Awards

September 16, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  NorthPoint Pets becomes the first-ever single independent store to win the award.  CHESHIRE, SEPTEMBER 15, 2021– NorthPoint Pets & …

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Our Team Answers Your Top 3 Questions About Pet Nutrition

September 9, 2021/ Jenna Harrison

At NPP, we’re passionate about the health and wellness of all your pets. Just for fun, we sat down …

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An ‘FDA Warning Letter’ is not just a ‘Warning’

August 30, 2021/ Nicole R. Cammack

….and other lessons courtesy of Midwestern Pet Foods   A little background: If you’re just catching up, Midwestern Pet …

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We’re Retailer of the Year!

August 30, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

We are extremely humbled and grateful to have been named the Pet Product News International “Retailer of the Year” …

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NorthPoint Pets Is Officially One Of ‘America’s Coolest’ Pet Businesses!

August 16, 2021/ NorthPoint Pets

We’ve been chosen as one of ‘America’s Coolest’ by PETS+ Magazine in its fifth annual contest.   Read Full …

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Won’t my dog (or my family) get sick if I feed a raw diet?

August 6, 2021/ Abbie Montonye

We have always received advice to cook meat thoroughly in order to eliminate pathogens such as Salmonella, E. Coli, …

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Global Pet Expo

Global Pet Expo

April 20, 2020
NorthPoint Pets & Company wins "Best Single Store Retailer" at Global Pet Expo 2020 in Cheshire, CT. Congrats!
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Grain-Free Dog Food Controversy: We Need Less Marketing and More Science

March 12, 2020
Pet food companies may not be entirely honest in promoting their products as safe and healthy amidst controversy surrounding grain-free dog food and DCM.
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Empowering Pet Health: Celebrating founder, Nicole Cammack’s Dedication to Pet Health

February 12, 2020
Our Founder of NorthPoint Pets, Nicole Cammack Wins Sage's Rising 50 Club Contest, Honoring Small Business Owners. $10,000 Award for Pet Wellness Innovation.
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The Challenges of Pet Nutrition: No One is “Right” or “Wrong”

October 17, 2019
While in school I was taught that half of what I was learning would be proven wrong – the problem is that we did not, and still don’t know what half is wrong. Even so, the more education I receive and the more brilliant scientists and researchers I meet from around the world, the more I realize we know very little about the world we live in and the sciences that drive it. It’s up to us to keep asking questions, keep exploring and keep challenging everything.
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Grain-Free Pet Foods and Heart Disease: The Whole Truth

October 11, 2019
Pet owners and veterinarians are expressing concern over the potential relationship between grain-free pet foods and heart disease known as Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM). However, little research and data are available on this topic, and some industry professionals fail to recognize the greater issue at hand. DCM is just one of the many health concerns that pet owners face, including cancer, diabetes, kidney disease, and allergies.
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Ten Things You Need to Know About EEE Virus & Your Pets

October 9, 2019
Here's what you need to know about mosquitos in order to protect your pets from Triple E and more.
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How to Improve the Quality of Dry Food

June 17, 2019
We recommend a variety of supplements for varying reasons, however the most common reason is to improve upon a kibble. Here are some of our favorite tips for improving the health of your pet on dry food:
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