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What’s so great about premium lines of dog food, and what value do they offer to your dog’s lifeCynics might say premium foods are all about impressing the humans. If you’re looking for the best food for your dog, read on to learn how to tell when a high-quality premium brands enhances the life of your best friend, and which fall short of expectations.

What’s so great about premium lines of dog food, and what value do they offer to your dog’s lifeCynics might say premium foods are all about impressing the humans. If you’re looking for the best food for your dog, read on to learn how to tell when a high-quality premium brands enhances the life of your best friend, and which fall short of expectations.

Pet parents are buzzing about freeze-dried dog food because they see it as a safer, more convenient alternative to serving raw meat. Unlike the heat processing used for kibble and canned entrees, flash-freezing keeps all the nutrients naturally found in raw meat. Then after a quick rehydrating process, your dog enjoys a meaty portion that has the structure, flavor and nutrient profile of raw meat.

How much food should you feed your dog? Dogs have natural instincts to eat whenever food is available. While that can help them survive in the wild, it’s our responsibility as pet parents to help them manage their intake at home by knowing how to measure dog food portions.

Most dogs look forward to mealtime, even if the exact same kibble awaits in their bowl, day in and day out. But is that really good for your dog? Canines thrive with a varied diet that introduces different proteins and other nutritious foods to provide them with a full spectrum of nutrients.

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, and if you’ve visited your local pet store recently, you probably noticed there are different dog food formulas for large and small breeds. But why is that? Aren’t all dogs pretty much the same on the inside? It turns out large and small dogs have varying nutritional needs, including calorie levels, nutritional density and the size of their kibble. Let’s explore the differences between large- and small-breed dog foods and why it’s so important to choose the right formula for your pet.

Dogs have doubled their lifespans these past 40 years thanks to improvements in diet and health care. Having more months and years to make memories with your best friend is something to celebrate. But as your dog enters their senior years, you may start noticing changes. Sometimes, these changes interfere with their quality of life. Your senior dog may be getting skinny, despite eating their regular meals. Others struggle to use the stairs or have trouble getting around. Or maybe your old dog is getting restless and won’t lay down. Weight loss, arthritis and cognitive decline are some of the signs of old age in dogs.
In the following, we’ll discuss what’s at the root of these canine aging processes and what you can do to help manage these conditions.

Protein plays a major role in a dog’s nutrition, and feeding your dog a high-protein diet can provide significant health benefits. But not all proteins are created equal. Different types of animal proteins present very different nutritional profiles, particularly when it comes to amino acids. Each amino acid plays a different role in building cells and keeping bodily systems running at optimal levels. So, by rotating different proteins into your dog’s diet — including novel protein dog foods — you can introduce all the amino acids necessary to optimize their health.

Weight management is an important consideration at all stages of your dog’s life. While more than half of our canine companions in the U.S. have obesity, it’s also important to be vigilant to unintended weight loss so pets can be evaluated and treated for underlying medical issues.

Just like children, puppies experience a lot of milestones as they get older. From becoming fully potty trained to learning basic commands, there are a lot of moments that make a dog owner proud. But there may be no surer sign that your puppy is growing up than when they make the switch to adult dog food.

Being a pet parent means facing a plethora of choices, and that can be confusing. Should you go with one of those shrink-wrapped dinners in the cooler at your favorite pet supply shop or is that mainline brand just fine? Talk to your..

Are you and your dog ready for a change in food, but worried about stomach upset? Switching from a low-cost supermarket brand to a premium brand can happen faster and more easily than you think. While many feeding guides advise pet parents to go slow to avoid gastrointestinal upset, it simply isn’t needed when you choose the right diet. The keys to a shorter adjustment period are brands that focus on restoring gut health.

Let’s take a look at one of the most common scenarios dog owners face around feeding time. Their dog has been fed, say, a chicken-based food for years with no observable adverse effects. The dog always eats enthusiastically, and their health seems good. Then, seemingly out of the blue, the dog starts to react. They exhibit symptoms like vomiting, nausea and diarrhea. What’s gone wrong so suddenly?

Feeding your dog the right diet is critical at all life stages. What’s key for dogs at any age is providing the variety and range of nutrients for their bodies to live their best, fullest lives. That means when your canine friend hits their senior stride, you’ll want to provide the diet that meets their unique nutritional needs that keeps their bodies in top condition.

What special abilities do cats have? By nature, your feline’s super senses and physiology provide them the tools to survive and thrive in the wild. At home, you can provide enrichment to help your cat live by their true nature. In the following, we’ll reveal fun facts about their super abilities — whisker detection, tail balancing, leaping, licking and scenting — and explore how you can enrich your indoor cat by creating an environment that encourages their true nature.In the following, we’ll discuss what’s at the root of these canine aging processes and what you can do to help manage these conditions.

Rotational feeding isn’t all about changing proteins. You also want to make sure your pet gets a variety of carbs.

If you’re confused about whether dogs should get wholesome grains in their bowl, you’re not alone. Is grain-free healthier or is it a trend? The short answer is both types of formulas offer benefits. For optimal health, trade off between grain-free and grain-inclusive as part of your pet’s rotational feeding plan.

Dogs are intensely interested in humans, so they keep a close eye on us. They stare when they want something you have — like just a piece of your chicken tenders, please. They stare when they expect you to do something, like get out of bed, already, and let them outside. And then there’s that soft, slightly squinted gaze when they look deep into your eyes.