Fish is a very popular ingredient in commercial pet food. But as many of my regular readers know, I’m not a fan of fish as a protein source in cat and dog food because sadly, most seafood used in pet food these days consists of leftovers from fish farming industries that research shows is loaded …
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While the FDA presumably continues (for the sixth year) its laser-like focus on finding problems with raw pet food, ultraprocessed diets continue to be the pet food with the most actual problems. All commercially sold pet food in the U.S. must comply with the FDA’s zero tolerance policy for salmonella, including raw food diets. Many …
Choose carefully when treating your dog or cat to this much-loved treat. While cheese can supply valuable calcium, protein, fatty acids and a longevity-promoting substance called spermidine, certain popular varieties may contain a substance produced by a fungus that can be harmful to pets.
Fascinating study results from my friends in the DogRisk research group at the University of Helsinki suggest that certain novel early-life risk factors impact the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (itchy skin) when dogs reach adulthood.1 The risk factors the team identified include some that can and some that cannot be modified, both before and after …
These DIY dog Christmas treats are easy to make and full of ingredients found in…
There are a few things all dog parents have in common: We all want our dogs to be healthy; we all want them to be happy; and we all want them to live the longest lives possible. Like humans, some dogs are genetically programmed to live longer. A recent study published in Frontiers In Genetics …
Avocados top the list of superfoods for humans, but when it comes to dogs, there’s a widely-circulated notion that they’re toxic. This notion is a myth, though it comes with a few caveats. The truth is, the flesh of avocados (the same part you eat) provides fiber, folate and vitamins K, B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 …
The vast majority of pet parents feed their dogs a dry food diet, commonly referred to as kibble. However, much misinformation exists about this inexpensive and convenient form of dog food. Let’s dive in to 7 facts many dog owners are surprised to learn about this popular food. 1. Kibble Contains Roughly 50% Carbohydrates Many …
Not long ago, my friend, fellow integrative veterinarian, and fellow co-founder of the Companion Animal Nutrition and Wellness Institute (CANWI), Dr. Donna Raditic spoke at a Fetch dvm360 conference of conventional veterinarians. The topic of her presentation was veterinarians who sit in judgement of — rather than offer help and guidance to — pet parents …
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What are you making your dog for brunch this weekend? No, really! Why not try…