Feeding Your New Cat or Kitten
What should you feed your cat, and when? Some cats are foodies, while other felines are more finicky. The right cat food will appeal to your cat’s palate and support their overall health and well-being. Sticking to a meal schedule every day will help regulate your cat’s digestion and ensure they take in all of […]
Which Mushrooms Are Toxic To Dogs?
After a few days of heavy rain, mushrooms have popped up all over your backyard. If you have a dog who eats everything, tender mushroom caps may be impossible for them to resist. While many are harmless, some species of mushroom are highly toxic to dogs. Keep these tips in mind when letting your dog […]
Feeding Your Large Breed Puppy for Healthy Growth
If it seems like your large breed puppy is growing up before your eyes, it’s not your imagination. Large to giant breeds can gain between five and fifteen pounds each month until they reach their adult size at about 18-24 months old. Around half of the calories your pup consumes are used to form all […]
Symptoms of Cushing’s Disease in Dogs
Common symptoms of dogs and cats with Cushing’s disease Bald patches on trunk Excessive drinking & urinating (PUPD) Ravenous appetite Swollen abdomen High blood sugar Darkened skin Ringworm & demodex infections Shrunken testicles Irregular heat cycles The majority (80-90%) of pets with Cushing’s disease have ravenous appetites. They drink excessively and urinate excessively (polyuria and […]
Healthy Diet Tips for Dogs With Heart Disease
It is important that you understand the nature and severity of your pet’s heart condition before selecting a suitable diet. This distinction is important because a pet with heart disease may have vastly different medical and nutritional requirements than a pet with heart failure. Ask your veterinarian if you have questions. Heart disease is diagnosed […]
When To Switch From Puppy Food To Adult Dog Food
Your dog’s nutritional needs change throughout their lifetime. The food that helped your once-tiny puppy grow into a thriving adult may no longer be what they need to maintain their best health. Here’s how you can decide when it’s time to graduate from puppy food to an adult formula. What Are The Differences Between Puppy […]
How To Choose The Best Kitten Food
In just one short year, your bumbly little kitten will grow before your eyes into a graceful, full grown cat. What you feed during their first few months can help support their bone and muscle growth, kick-start their immune system, and set them up for a long, healthy life. In celebration of Cuddly Kitten Day […]
When To Switch From Kitten Food To Adult Cat Food
Is your kitten ready to graduate from kitten food to a new, grown-up diet? The average domestic cat is finished growing by their first birthday, though they may not completely fill out until 2-3 years of age. You can generally transition from kitten food to adult cat food around 9 to 12 months. Large breeds […]