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The Importance of Protein in Your Dog’s Diet Your dog’s health depends on receiving a balanced mixture of vitamins and nutrients in its diet. Protein, a nutrient found in meat, eggs, poultry, lamb, fish, and other foods, plays a particularly important role in good health. In fact, your dog can’t live without it. What Is Protein? Protein consists of amino

Foods with inadequate nutrition, stored improperly or not handled safely can present problems for you and your pet. Making the right choices for the right pet will give your pet the best chance at optimum wellness. You’ll have peace of mind and know your pet will receive the best health value possible. Remember, your pets are individuals and have independent

When to Switch from Puppy to Dog Food Energetic puppies need a diet high in calories and nutrients to fuel their rapid growth. As your puppy approaches adulthood, its dietary needs change. So when should you pick up a bag of adult dog food for your growing puppy? The answer depends on the breed and size of your dog. Why

The Association of Pet Obesity Prevention advises that pets are suffering from epidemic obesity and it is preventable. Obese or overweight animals weigh in at nearly sixty-percent for cats and nearly fifty-percent for dogs. The number is constantly increasing and causing health conditions and physical distress for household animals. “Helping your pet maintain a healthy weight is crucial to their

How to Socialize Your Kitten Introducing your kitty to a variety of pets, people, and places will help it become a confident, friendly, adult cat. Wondering when is the best time to socialize your kitten? Experts agree that socialization is most effective if it’s started when your kitten is fairly young. Starting the Socialization Process The ideal socialization window is

As pets have become more important to their owners, what the pets are fed has become more important as well. Most pet owners are concerned about the quality and nutrition level of the food they are feeding their furry family members. There are now hundreds of pet foods available to the consumer. How do you know what to believe regarding

Is Your Cat Bumping Into the Walls? Cataracts Could Be the Problem Could you find your way from the kitchen to bathroom wearing a pair of glasses smeared with grease? Unfortunately, the world can look this hazy to cats that have cataracts. Although cataracts are often associated with aging, this eye problem can also affect younger cats. What Are Cataracts?

Food allergies are common in dogs and cats. It usually manifests as itchy skin, chronic vomiting, or diarrhea. If you suspect that your pet may have a food allergy, you will need to investigate by performing a food trial. There are no intradermal skin tests or blood tests that are valid for determining food allergies. There are three rules for

Ready for a Walk? How Daily Walks Improve Your Dog’s Life Does your dog become uncontrollably excited every time you mention the word “walk”? Your pet’s reaction isn’t surprising. Walks give your furry friend the perfect opportunity to explore the interesting smells and sights in your neighborhood, while also providing much-needed exercise. Not sure your dog really needs walks? Consider

Obesity is on the rise, and not just for humans. Dogs are increasingly overweight and even obese. In the United States, an estimated 43 million dogs are overweight or obese – that’s over half of all dogs! And it is not just dogs in the United States that need to lose a few pounds – canine obesity is also a