Enhance Your Pet’s Diet with Rotational Feeding
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.
Is ‘Holistic’ Pet Food Safer?
The word holistic started gaining traction in the late 1960’s…
Redefining Transparency: a dirty word
Transparency rarely exists in the pet industry. Despite…
Why Your Dog Food Labels May be Deceiving
Nutrition goes far beyond an ingredient label and the guaranteed…
The Tough Questions We Ask Prospective Brands
Recently a pet food company reached out to us in an attempt to earn a spot on our shelves. In response, Nicci asked a series of questions regarding the quality and safety surrounding the food. The following is a dialogue between her and a Prospective Pet Food Company. (Please note that additional information is provided for context.)
An ‘FDA Warning Letter’ is not just a ‘Warning’
….and other lessons courtesy of Midwestern Pet Foods
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Grain-Free Pet Foods and Heart Disease: The Whole Truth
/ Nicole R. CammackPet 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
/ Nicole R. CammackIn 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.
The Importance of Gut Health for Pets: The Role of Bacteria
/ Nicole R. CammackThroughout 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