About a year ago the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first released a statement alerting dog owners about a possible link in canines between dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and a diet containing peas, lentils, potatoes and other legumes as a main ingredient. These ingredients are commonly found in diets advertised as “grain-free”. The FDA suggested … Read More »
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5 Signs Your Dog Has Food Allergies
Food allergies are a common concern among dog parents. Having a dog with allergy issues can be especially frustrating for you – and your dog. Food allergies in dogs are commonly characterized as: Itchy skin Recurring ear infections Non-stop scratching at ears, paws, face and back (this can be quite annoying) Food Allergies in Dogs … Read More »
Celebrate National Dog Biscuit Day by Making These Homemade Dog Treats
Saturday, February 23rd is National Dog Biscuit Day. In observance of this national day, celebrate by making homemade dog treats for your fur baby. There are so many types of homemade dog treats you can whip up for your pup. One advantage of baking at home is to make sure there are no known allergens … Read More »
Healthy Easy Homemade Dog Treats
We love our dogs; incredibly, about 89.7 million dogs live in the U.S. as pets. That adds up to a lot of wet noses, paws and hungry mouths to feed! While it was once considered okay to give dogs any type of dog treat, dog goodies are much more complicated today. Not all dog treats … Read More »
8 Trustworthy Tips for Selecting the Right Dog Food
Your dog deserves high-quality food that’s nutritious and healthy. Feeding your canine healthy, well-balanced dog food is one of the best things you can do for your dog’s health. Good quality dog food will keep your dog’s coat shiny and soft, strengthen your dog’s immune system and keep his or her digestive system healthy. But … Read More »