Nutrition

The Importance of Gut Health for Pets: The Role of Bacteria

April 29, 2019/ Nicole R. Cammack

Throughout the past 3 months, several peer-reviewed articles indicated how critical the microbiota and micro-biome are to canine behavior, health and performance, each warranting its own discussion. The following article discusses why canines should regularly receive probiotic supplementation to support their unique needs, and prevent common ailments and diseases

Are All Human Foods Dangerous for Dogs?

May 4, 2020

Every day there is more information made available to educate owners on various diets available. Commonly discussed and debated topics include grain-free foods and the age-old practice of giving your pets “table food.” Should we feed human food to our pets? The short answer is it depends. Some of these foods can be very beneficial and some could have unintended negative consequences.

How to Save Money on Your Pet’s Diet During Tough Times

May 4, 2020

As the pandemic continues, many pet owners are facing financial…

Considerations for Pet Food Bulk Buying and Shelf Life

May 4, 2020

As a pet owner, you're probably familiar with the idea of buying pet food in bulk. It can be a convenient way to save money and ensure you always have enough food for your beloved pets. However, with the current economic situation and the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, it's important to reconsider this practice. While it's understandable to want to stock up on essentials, including pet food, there are some things to keep in mind.

Should I Feed My Pet Fresh Fruits & Vegetables?

May 4, 2020

You may wonder if it's necessary to supplement your pet's diet with vegetables, especially if they don't seem to like them.

Just Because It Looks Like Science Doesn’t Mean It Is

April 23, 2020

On April 21, 2020, AVMA shared a CIDRAP article on MDR pathogens in raw meat diets for dogs.

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.

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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