Health Concerns

How Nutrition Keeps My Senior Dog Thriving

September 13, 2023/ Mercedes Cruz

Kingsley, a rescued senior dog, transformed with good food and supplements. Learn how to help your own senior dog thrive.

How Fresh Food Transformed Briggs’ Health

September 1, 2023/ NorthPoint Pets

Discover how a fresh food dog diet transformation boosted Briggs’ vitality and health in this inspiring story.

Supporting Our Pets Through the Aging Process

July 26, 2023/ Adriana Lumbra

Enhance pet cognitive health with supplements & nutrition. Combat doggie dementia symptoms. Learn expert advice for supporting aging pets.

Is Hydrolyzed Protein a Game-Changer for Your Pet’s Health?

June 26, 2023/ Morgan Laudano

Hydrolyzed protein: a game-changer for your pet’s well-being. Let’s dive in and discover its significance.

The Impact of Diet on Dog Allergies: What You Need to Know

June 19, 2023/ Stephanie Striar

For everyone whose household is plagued by pet allergies, you know what I’m talking about. Atopic dermatitis or environmental allergies are a lifetime ailment.

Why Accurately Measuring Your Pet’s Food is Essential

June 7, 2023/ Jenna Harrison

Feeding your pet the right amount of food is crucial for their overall health and well-being. Do you feed a “handful” or a “scoop” of dry food?

Everything You Need to Know About Allergy Tests for Pets

June 7, 2023/ Nicole Cammack and Tina Adams

Is your dog excessively itchy during specific seasons or after certain meals? Several factors should be considered prior to conducting a dog allergy test.

The Truth About Feeding Your Pet Raw Goat Milk

May 5, 2020

As a supplement, raw goat milk has some great nutritional benefits for dogs and cats alike. We frequently recommend it to add hydration to a dry (kibble) diet. But what does the research say? Expert Tip: Goat milk should not be used as a primary source of nutrition.

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.

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.

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:

Why Dogs and Cats Eat Grass: Understanding Your Pet’s Natural Behavior and Health Needs

May 2, 2019

Many people believe that pets eating grass are a sign of an upset stomach, but this is usually not the case. In fact, it's perfectly natural and healthy for dogs and cats to eat grass.

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

April 29, 2019

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

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