The responsibility can feel overwhelming when you bring home a new puppy for the first time. This tiny creature depends on you for all of its developmental needs, and nutrition...

The subject of carbohydrates in a cat’s diet is often controversial. When pet owners look at wild cats and the meat they consume, they understandably assume their cats should also...

In the simplest terms, labeling dog food as “human grade” means that every ingredient is considered human-edible throughout the entire sourcing and production process, and that the food has been...

Obesity is a serious health risk for dogs and is completely preventable. Sadly, as much as 30% of the dogs in North America are obese, and 40% to 45% of...

More than 90 million households in the U.S. have a pet as part of their family, according to the 2021-2022 APPA National Pet Owners Survey. And almost 70 million of...

The GAP certification is an important protection for consumers shopping for food for themselves or their pets. This program ensures ethical, sustainable, and safe food practices are used on the...

A tiny kitten is an adorable and cuddly way to introduce a pet to your family. Yet, young kittens require adequate nutrition to grow and thrive, which can sometimes be...

Deciphering Natural Diets for Dogs As you consider the dog food you are going to feed your pet, you will soon discover that there is a huge range of ideas...

Any pet parent will inevitably want to feed their furry friend a nibble from their dinner plate at one point or another, but not all foods are suitable for animals...

High-quality human grade pet food is one of the best things you can feed your feline friend. One of the main reasons for this is that human grade cat food...

Dogs can develop itching skin for a number of reasons. Sometimes, reactions to dog food can cause issues. Other times dry skin or even skin allergies can cause uncomfortable itching....

As a dog owner, of course you want what's best for your best friend at all times. Unfortunately, if your dog is carrying around excess weight, your pup's health and...

“The gut is the largest immune organ in the body,” says Susan G. Wynn, DVM, a veterinary nutritionist in Atlanta, Georgia. When you consider that more than 70% of immune...

A healthy dog is a happy dog, but urinary tract infections and similar health problems can arise and become serious for many breeds. According to the American Kennel Club (AKC),...

The Association of Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) found that 25.7% of cats were overweight and a further 33.8% of cats were obese in 2018. That means nearly three in five...

Bad breath is a common complaint among cat owners. Many attribute their cat's breath to their diet, blaming stinky food for their stinky breath. Yet, though diet can be a...

Does your cat's bad breath send people running? If your kitty’s mouth smells like a fish market or garbage truck whenever they’re near, chances are they have a problem with...

Do you want to keep your dog’s teeth healthy? Maybe you are concerned, because you have noticed your dog’s teeth getting a little yellow and you want to make sure...

Gas in dogs is a relatively common problem, which most owners will experience. Common Causes of Gas in Dogs and Puppies There are many possible causes of dog gas. The...

If your dog is gaining weight, and you’re not sure why, it’s natural to be worried and anxious. There are several reasons why dogs put on weight, which we’ll explore...

Puppyhood is an extremely important part of the life of your dog. This period is filled with new experiences, lessons, and emotions as your puppy learns how to behave in...

Bad dog breath - also known as canine halitosis - is a much more common condition than you would expect. At first, your dog’s bad breath can seem like a...

What is Colitis in Dogs? Colitis is a condition, which causes inflammation of the colon, also known as the large intestine or the large bowel. In dogs, colitis is a...

Having a dog that experiences car sickness is stressful for both the pup and the owner. No one enjoys seeing their pet in discomfort, and the thought of causing your...

What are Steroids or Corticosteroids? Corticosteroids are a class of medications related to cortisone, a naturally occurring hormone. Corticosteroids are a class of medications related to cortisone, a naturally occurring...

When was the last time you washed your dog’s food and water bowls? Yesterday? Last week? Last month? When you bought them? Even the most caring, diligent pet owners forget...

Many pet owners have to battle with the scales from time to time. While obese and overweight dogs are far too common, what if your dog has the opposite problem...

Elevated dog bowls can be a great idea for some dogs. Other dogs might not need them. Most dogs simply don't care. If you're wanting to get an elevated dog...

Taking care of a dog with a long-term illness or disease can be overwhelming—and pet owners often don't know how to deal with it. From getting organized to learning how...

Pets actually do notice time changes, especially when daylight savings hits in the fall. Most pets do notice when the time changes, especially in the fall, when everything is now...

When your dog has a tick on him and you don't have any fancy tools to remove it, don't worry: there are a few easy ways to remove a tick....

Did you know standing water is a breeding ground for a fungal infection that’s dangerous to canines? Water and dogs seem to go together. While most bodies of water are...

Unless it’s spring and Fido is shedding, it can be disconcerting to see that your dog is losing lots of hair. In dogs, alopecia usually indicates something’s wrong—whether that means...

Cushing's disease appears when the body overproduces certain hormones, especially cortisol. This leads to increased appetite and thirst, lethargy, and a pot-bellied appearance. Because some of the underlying causes of...

Few things in a dog owner's life are as foul-smelling and potentially nausea-inducing as a dog’s anal glands. These smelly sacs are the cause behind many a vet visit and...

My six-year-old English Shepherd, Bones, is a hardcore athlete. He plays hard, runs hard, and works hard. I don't make him do these things; it's just his nature. He's happiest...

I took my first pet first aid course when I was doing search and rescue work with my dogs. I wanted to make sure that if we were on a...

People love their dogs. We do our best to provide adequate care, proper nutrition, exercise, toys, and companionship to our furry friends. But despite their humans' best efforts, dogs sometimes...

Dogs that develop anxiety usually do so around the onset of social maturity. This happens somewhere around 12 to 36 months of age. Anxiety also seems to accompany normal declines...

Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases on Earth. Fortunately, it’s very uncommon to find in cats. That doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Lyme disease in cats doesn’t...

Many pet lovers and their animals enjoy spring and summer. They enjoy more time outdoors with the longer days and warmer temperatures. But the pleasant weather also signals the return...

Trips to the veterinarian are often full of tough choices. When it comes to vaccines, there seems to be a growing list of them that your pup’s doctor might be...

Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases. Unfortunately, many dogs who are infected never develop any symptoms. Because it can take several months for symptoms to show...

Headed out on a whitewater rafting trip? Perhaps a multi-day float and you don’t want to leave your best friend behind? Rafting and floating with dogs is an absolute delight...

Take a hands-on approach when it comes to your dog’s health in between regular vet appointments. We wish that our dogs could speak up and tell us what’s wrong when...

If your dog is getting older and starting to slow down, it might be time to take a look at his diet. A well-balanced diet (and sometimes some added supplements)...

Many dogs suffer from anxiety, whether from separation, fireworks, or other cues. Most dog owners try non-chemical solutions like positive reinforcements or anxiety vests, but some situations call for administering...

Yes, cats can get the flu, just like dogs. So what are the symptoms, and how do we help our feline friends feel better? How do cats catch the flu?...

One of the things people love about dogs is how much they have in common with humans. There are dogs who love to exercise and dogs that are couch potatoes—just...