Should I Feed My Pet Fresh Fruits & Vegetables?
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
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
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”
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
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.
How to Improve the Quality of Dry Food
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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