Research

Grain-Free Dog Food Controversy: We Need Less Marketing and More Science

March 12, 2020/ Nicole R. Cammack

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/ Nicole R. Cammack

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.

Grain-Free Pet Foods and Heart Disease: The Whole Truth

October 11, 2019/ Nicole R. Cammack

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.

The Evolution of Pet Food: From Table Scraps to Extruded Kibble

June 17, 2019/ Nicole R. Cammack

In this article, we will take a look at the evolution of pet food, from the invention of the dog biscuit to the extrusion process of making kibble and the current trend of individualized nutrition.

gut health, immune system, pet health, nutrition, microbiome, good bacteria, bad bacteria, microbiome

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

Morgan’s VMX Recap

February 28, 2023

I recently attended the 2023 Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX) in Orlando, Fl. and came back with a treasure trove of science and information we can use to help improve the health and wellness of our pets.

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

February 15, 2023

If you’re just catching up, Midwestern Pet Foods (manufacturer of Earthborn, ProPac, SportMix, CanineX...

How to Pick the Best Food for Your Pet

January 19, 2023

Ever wonder how to help determine what food is best for your pets? Packaging and marketing can make it difficult to make choices. Did you ever wish for a guide to help you evaluate the quality and nutrition of products available? Good news! We did just that. Read on...

Enhance Your Pet’s Diet with Rotational Feeding

January 4, 2023

Varying your pet's diet - also known as “rotational feeding” - not only keeps your pet from becoming bored with his food but also may have significant health benefits. Believe it or not, many processed foods like kibble or canned foods may not actually be 100% complete and balanced - even if the packaging says it is.