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Senior Feeding for your Dog or Cat

Senior Feeding for your Dog or Cat

Did you know,a recent survey conducted by Tufts University uncovered the fact that most pet owners hold certain beliefs about dog food marketed for ‘senior’ pets that may not be true! The majority of people surveyed (over 84 percent) believe older dogs should eat differently than adult dogs, but only about half of them feed a senior diet. The reality is nutritional requirements should be tailored to the individual dog/breed -- not based simply on the age of the animal. Neither AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) nor the National Research Council (NRC) provides guidelines for senior dog formulas....

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Shop Local and Benefit

Shop Local and Benefit
How corporations are destroying the family business and how it affects what you buy
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Should you reconsider fish oil supplements?

Should you reconsider fish oil supplements?
I'd like to address a recent article regarding fish oil supplements that I received via e-mail from a popular source for natural pet food, raw feeding and...
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Raw Food ....something to consider

Raw Food ....something to consider

If you feed raw to your dog and or cat(s) …terrific!!! If not but are considering trying it…awesome!!! So which should you choose there are close to 20 different “known” brands and many more trying to get notoriety. Hopefully this blog will help. Choose a raw diet that is truly a meat driven version. There are many out there that are 70,80,90% meat driven which sounds great but there are improvements that are always “in need to be verified”.  Choosing a raw diet should possess a minimal of 90% ( preferable higher)of protein derived from animal/fish meats. Try to stay...

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What To Consider When Buying Dog Food

What To Consider When Buying Dog Food

There are so many different types of dog food, sometimes it is difficult to know which one is best for your dog. There are many things to consider when picking out the perfect food for your pet. Here are a few things to keep in mind while shopping: Breed. Different breeds have different nutritional requirements that you should keep in mind when picking out a dog food. Some breeds need more calories, some need more antioxidants, and so on. You can find this information by either researching online or consulting a professional. This information is something that you should research before...

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