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‘In the News’: Updates on Grape Toxicity
While you may have heard before to not feed grapes or raisins to your dogs for fear of kidney damage, the reason why they can be so toxic has been a mystery. However, recently a new idea has emerged that might finally help us figure out what is going on!
Putting the brakes on a chowhound
Some pets eat way too quickly and this can result in health issues. We cover some tips for slowing down the food gulper in your life!
Did You Know? AAFCO Doesn’t Approve Pet Foods
There is no such thing as “AAFCO-approved” or “AAFCO-certified” pet foods!
How Often Should I Feed My Pet?
Is there a “best” schedule for feeding pets? This is a common question, so we’ve provided some general guidelines to help you find the best fit for your household.
Research Review: Comparing “senior” and “adult” cat diets
A recent study compared nutrient levels in cat foods marketed for senior cats versus those marketed for adult cats – we discuss their findings and the implications for feeding older cats.
What Is Guaranteed about the Guaranteed Analysis?
I often hear from pet owners, breeders, and even veterinarians about how they’ve selected a particular pet food based on the food’s guaranteed analysis. The “guaranteed analysis” is required information on all dog and cat food labels and sounds very official and scientific. While the guaranteed analysis does provide a tiny bit of information, in reality, it’s not very useful.
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