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science-backed pet nutrition vs. marketing hype

Is Your Pet’s Food Backed by Science or Just Marketing?

June 9, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

Is your pet’s food backed by real science or just marketing? We’ll help you see how research often gets overlooked and what it means for your pet’s health.

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NorthPoint Pets expert discusses pet food marketing claims with a customer.

“My Dog Was Sick, So I Made a Pet Food Brand” – The Industry’s Most Misleading Marketing Gimmick

May 8, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

When pet food marketing leans on emotional stories, science often gets left behind. Learn how to see through the noise and choose the best nutrition for your pet.

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Magnifying the truth behind pet influencer endorsements.

The Truth Behind Pet Influencer Endorsements

May 1, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

Influencer hype and fancy labels don’t equal better pet food. Learn how to see past the marketing and choose what truly benefits your pet’s health.

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Pet food trends versus real nutrition

The Pet Food Trend Cycle: When Marketing Overrides Nutrition

April 30, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

Think your pet’s food is cutting-edge? It might just be clever marketing. Uncover the truth behind pet food myths and trends.

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Dog staying hydrated to support purines and bladder health

The Truth About Purines & Your Dog’s Bladder Health

April 22, 2025/ Morgan Laudano

Bladder stones are painful—but often preventable. Know which dogs are at risk, what foods to avoid, and how to help your pup thrive.

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Golden Retriever sitting near trendy pet food packaging – pet food trends

Is Your Pet’s Food Truly Innovative or Just Expensive Hype?

April 21, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

The label looks new. The buzzwords are louder. But the food? It’s mostly the same. Behind every “reformulated” recipe is often a marketing strategy—not a nutritional breakthrough. Here’s how to tell the difference—and why it matters for your pet’s health.

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Modern pet food marketing creates more confusion than clarity for consumers.

Influencer Approved, Science Denied: Navigating the Pet Industry’s Marketing Maze

April 2, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

Petfood trends are driven by marketing, not science. Learn how to cut through the noise and choose products that actually support your pet’s health.

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Reality: The Problem Isn’t China, It’s Us

January 23, 2021
You walk the aisles of your local pet store, or maybe you shop online – and you notice that your pet’s food, treats and supplements are marked “Made in the USA.” You think that this means it is free from any foreign ingredients, and therefore safe – right? Wrong. In fact, various ingredients can be sourced from anywhere in the world and then assembled (made) in the USA. And, suddenly we see how deceptive that “Made in the USA” claim can be.
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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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Tips to Boost Your Cat’s Water Intake

January 11, 2021
As a cat owner, you want to ensure that your feline companion…
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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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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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Why You Can’t Rely on the Guaranteed Analysis of Pet Food

December 31, 2020
Pet owners, veterinarians and retailers often rely on the guaranteed…
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Raw Feeding Veterinary Society

December 28, 2020
There is a dedicated team of veterinarians that advocate for…
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