BY OIPA (INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR ANIMAL PROTECTION) ON FEBRUARY 11, 2019COMPANION ANIMALS, DIETS, MEDICINE & VETERINARY CARE Most people do not realize that a majority of pet food is composed primarily from food industry waste. Eyes, bones, feathers and birds beaks, blood, intestines, tendons,…
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By Nancy Kerns We have mentioned recalls for foods that contain potentially dangerous levels of vitamin D a couple of times in the past few months (here and here). Recently, the recall expanded to include a company that one doesn’t ordinarily think of…
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by Dina Fantegrossion September 23, 2018 As our dogs age their appetites may begin to wane due to dental soreness, arthritis pain or decreased activity. Seniors that don’t take in adequate levels of essential nutrients like amino acids, potassium, zinc, and calcium…
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If you’ve only ever fed your cat dry kibble, you may wonder if cats need wet food. In nature, cats derived most of the water their bodies needed from their prey. Because dry food has low moisture content, your cat…
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Although movies and other media often show cats drinking a bowl of milk, it’s not good for most felines. Do cats drink water, though? Yes, they do. In fact, water is as vital to a cat’s survival as…
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By Dr. Becker Good morning! I’m filming this video from my kitchen this morning as I make bone broth for my dog, Ada. I thought it would be a good idea to show you how to make bone broth, in…
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http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/holiday-safety-tips The holiday season is upon us, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits…
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by Karen Tietjenon April 15, 2018 by iHeartDogs 1. Grapes, Raisins, & Currants The exact reason why grapes are toxic to dogs is unknown, but one thing is for sure: they can be deadly for our four-legged friends. Just one or two…
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