We pet parents love our dog and cat treats. We love buying them, baking them from scratch, dehydrating them, and looking for the newest ones to bring home to our furry family members. We use them for training, give them as stocking stuffers at the holidays, and, on occasion, aren’t above utilizing them as bribes. […]
Understanding Pet Food Labels
When it comes to understanding pet food labels, many pet parents have a difficult time, and I totally get it. I worked in veterinary medicine for years, and to this day I still have a hard time deciphering all that stuff on the label. Calcium gluconate, guar gum, monosodium phosphate… and what exactly is byproduct […]
Anorexia In Pets – What To Do When Your Pet Stops Eating
We can usually count on our pets (especially our dogs) to have hearty, healthy appetites. But what happens if your dog or cat starts losing their appetite, or stops eating altogether? In the veterinary world, this is referred to as anorexia. We’re all familiar with the human version of anorexia, which is classified as an […]
Love Does Not Equal Food: The Pet Obesity Epidemic
As pet parents, there isn’t much we wouldn’t do for our pets. Americans spend approximately $60 billion per year on vaccinations, veterinary care, heartworm prevention, food, toys, and professional services, all meant to ensure our pets’ health and happiness. But what if one of the things we offer them on a daily basis actually has […]