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Five Reasons to Avoid Soy in Your Pet’s Diet
Soy is a common ingredient in commercial pet food. Read on to find out why you should avoid it. As you know if you regularly read my blog posts or have read Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of...
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Would You Trust Your Pet’s Health To Nestle Purina?
Beneful Lawsuit Raises More Questions Regarding Pet Food Safety On February 4, 2015, a class-action lawsuit was filed in California against Nestle Purina, claiming that Purina’s popular Beneful dog...
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Garlic: Is It Safe For Your Pet?
In this article, we delve into the issues surrounding garlic’s safety for pets. Garlic is a very controversial ingredient for pets, yet many popular pet foods and supplements contain garlic in their...
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Oh, No, Blue Buffalo!
Blue Buffalo admits to by-product meal in its products, even though the company’s Web site and advertising state that they do not use by-products. Have you ever taken Blue Buffalo’s True BLUE Test on...
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Frozen Dog Treats to Beat the Summer Heat
Keep your dog cool this summer with these delicious dog-friendly frozen treats. After a long, difficult winter, summer is finally here! For many of us, that means swimming, boating, picnics and other...
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Is Commercial Raw Pet Food Dangerous?
Recalls of commercial raw pet foods have increased recently, but does this mean they are dangerous? In recent weeks, I have reported on several voluntary recalls in the commercial raw pet food...
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Nutrition for Senior Dogs
This article is in honor of my best friend, Chase. Any of you who are familiar with my story know that Chase is the reason I have committed my life to helping dogs live as long and healthy as possible...
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Fun and Easy Homemade Dog Toys
With the holiday season upon us, I thought it would be fun to write a post about easy homemade dog toys. Many of us put as much thought into our dog’s holiday presents as we do our human companions....
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Nutritional Support for the Aging Canine Brain
Discover how you can help your dog stay mentally fit with age. Does your senior dog ever appear disoriented, confused or agitated? Does he sleep most of the day and pace at night? Does he seem...
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Anti-Cancer Foods for Dogs
If you want to use nutrition to help prevent, manage or treat canine cancer, then you won’t want to miss this article on anti-cancer foods for dogs. I have just completed an anti-cancer diet for a...
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I’m-Yunity Extends Lifespan of Dogs with Cancer
I’m-Yunity Medicinal Mushroom Compound Extends Lifespan of Dogs with Invasive Cancer I’m always coming across the latest product touted as a “miracle cure” for dogs. Sadly, many people purchase such...
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Are Gluten-Free Pet Foods A Fad?
Are gluten-free pet foods a good idea or a fad? Over the past few years, “gluten-free” has become a popular trend in the human food industry, and pet food companies have also jumped on the bandwagon,...
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Xylitol and Dogs: Protect Your Pet
Xylitol and dogs are a potentially deadly combination. Learn how to protect your canine companion. Many of us associate the sugar substitute xylitol with chewing gum. And with all of the publicity...
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Novel Protein Diet for Pets
What is the difference between a “novel protein diet” and “exotic protein diet” and does your pet need one? I work with many clients whose dogs suffer from a food sensitivity, and oftentimes the client...
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Comparing Protein in Commercial Pet Foods
Comparing protein in commercial pet foods is critical to determine which food is best for your dog or cat – and determining how you spend your money. Comparing protein in commercial pet foods can be...
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Vomiting and Regurgitating in Dogs: Know the Differences
The following article on the differences between vomiting and regurgitating in dogs is written by my friend and mentor, Dr. Jean Dodds. In this article, Dr. Dodds tells us how to distinguish between...
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Guide to Purchasing Fish Oil for Pets
Fish oil is a rich source of the essential omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, which have been shown to provide an immense variety of health benefits, from decreasing inflammation and supporting a healthy...
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Protein Quality in Pet Foods
This article goes beyond the “numbers” on pet food labels to take a closer look at determining protein quality in pet foods. My recent article, Comparing Protein in Commercial Pet Foods, covered making...
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Protein Meal in Pet Food: Is it Bad?
In this article, we will take a closer look at two more aspects to consider when selecting a food for your dog or cat: protein meal in pet food and ingredient splitting. A common tip when selecting a...
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Purchasing Probiotics for Dogs and Cats
The health of your pet’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract is essential to his or her wellbeing. In this post I discuss in detail the topic of probiotics for pets, along with tips on purchasing probiotics...
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