It’s important to note that experts do not agree on whether pet owners should feed bones to their dogs.  Some cite the nutritional value as reason enough to include an occasional bone in their pet’s diet.  >> more 

No one enjoys an upset stomach including your pooch and nothing is worse then being woken up a dozen times through the night because you rushed the process of switching dog food brands!  >> more

Guaranteed, the biggest bag of dog food costs less per pound or serving – its one of life’s little truisms that you can count on to never change. And because of the lower cost per serving guarantee, you are always drawn to that forty pound bag of food knowing that inside there is a few dollars to be saved.  >> more

Dog food ingredients are confusing and many people decide on what to feed their dog by the recommendation of pet store employees or other shoppers instead of reading the label and understanding what they are feeding their pet.  >> more

There are now two types of puppy food on the market – regular and large breed. Large breed puppy food maintains slow and steady growth for our large and giant breed puppies. Fast growth has been linked to hip dysplasia as well as other growth related issues where bones grow faster then the rest of the body is able to control.  >> more

Undecided? Try a combination of the above – kibble mixed with a homemade ‘stew’, whether it is raw or cooked, blend nicely together to provide both balanced nutrition and whole real foods. For many, it’s the best of all worlds and guarantees a well-rounded canine!  >> more

A handful of the prescription diets are for short-term use only to assist in the recovery from a specific disease or condition. However, more often then not a therapeutic diet is prescribed for the remainder of the animal’s life and hopefully, that is a long and happy life.  >> more

Dog treats like human treats are often full of sugar and salt to improve their taste or chemicals to preserve or enhance flavor and smell. Read the ingredients on all treats just like you would their food or your own store-bought cookies.  >> more

One of the most confusing parts of canned food is comparing the protein and fat content with that of a bag of dry dog food. Due to the high moisture content (75 – 78% on average), the percentage of protein and fat is low as is the caloric density.  >> more

There are many levels of quality when it comes to dog food and honestly, you get what you pay for with both commercial and homemade dog food. There is not a large profit margin on dog food and inexpensive food is made from inexpensive ingredients.  >> more