Dog Food & Nutrition

Articles, studies and advice on best dog food brands, interviews with vets on dog nutrition, reviews of top dog food choices and videos of how to read dog food labels, how to feed a dog, and everything else a responsible dog parent needs to know about dog foods.

Most Dangerous Ingredients in Dog Foods

4 Worst and Most Dangerous Ingredients to Avoid Used in Dog Foods

Dog food can cost a pretty penny. While some pet owners may associate the higher cost of pet food with higher quality dog food ingredients, in...
Reasons Why a Grain Free Diet for Dogs May Not Be Right

Ask a Vet: Is Grain Free Food Bad for Dogs?

Over the past decade, a grain-free diet for dogs has become all the rage for pet owners. You've likely heard or read how no dog...
What to Feed a Pregnant Dog and What to Feed a Nursing Dog

What and How to Feed Pregnant and Nursing Dogs

Pregnant dogs require a lot of care and attention. One of the most crucial aspects to focus on is your pregnant dog's diet. But what do...
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Recipe: Balanced Homemade Dog Food with Ground Beef

It's no secret that a homemade dog food diet can offer the best nutrition when it is prepared the right way. Most veterinarians and canine nutrition experts won't recommend this diet, because they know that pet owners won't put the work into ensuring the homemade meals provide 100% balanced nutrition. With that said, this balanced homemade dog food may offer the proper nutrition for some dogs, but it will not provide balanced nutrition for every canine.
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Dog Dementia Diet: Nutrition For Dogs with Dementia

Puppies need a lot of stimulation and attention. As they age, maintaining their cognitive health is just as or more important than ever. And...
best dog food for mixed-breed dogs

15 Best Dog Food for Mixed Breed Dogs [Updated 2024]

Is there dog food specifically intended for mixed-breed dogs? As dog owners, we are presented with an astounding variety of products, each claiming to be...
Does Hypoallergenic Dog Food Really Work

Hypoallergenic Dog Food: What It Is, Does It Really Work, and Why?

If your dog suffers from itchy skin, your veterinarian may have suggested a "diet trial" or "elimination diet" using hypoallergenic dog food as the...
Arthritis Diet for Dogs

How You Should Feed Dogs With Arthritis

Dealing with arthritis in dogs will require care and effort on the owner's part, and it's a painful process for the dog to go...
Semi-Moist Dog Food

Semi-Moist Dog Food: Pros, Cons, and Best Brands

The semi-moist dog food type is likely a term you haven’t heard before, but it’s a pet food variety you would recognize by sight. We’re...
Indiana Pet Store Directory, Dog Parks, Shelters and More

Indiana Pet Stores, Dog Parks, Shelters, and More

Located in the Great Lakes region, Indiana is often known as The Hoosier State and certainly has a ton of amazing sites to explore...
Pet Food Manufacturing Regulations - USA vs Canada vs Europe vs China

Pet Food Manufacturing Regulations: USA vs Canada vs Europe vs China

There are no universal global standards for the manufacturing of pet food worldwide.  In fact, some countries have such lax "regulations," their pet foods and...
Hawaii Pet Stores, Dog Parks, Shelters and More

Hawaii Pet Stores, Dog Parks, Shelters and More

Surfers and people basking in the sun on vast beaches may come to mind when you think of Hawaii, but there is more to...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...