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Open post Grain-free dog food heart problems

Acana, Blue Buffalo, Taste of the Wild: 16 Brands Named in FDA Probe

By Petful Veterinary TeamJul 1, 2019May 28, 2020

There are very few answers yet in the investigation into certain pet foods and heart problems in dogs and cats. Here’s what we do know.

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4 Essential Ingredients for Any Home-Cooked Pet Food

By Dr. Judy Morgan, DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFTFeb 20, 2019June 30, 2020

Preparing your own dog or cat food? Here’s a quick list of the most commonly missed but essential ingredients for home-cooked pet food recipes.

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How Too Much (or Too Little) Vitamin D Affects Cats

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSJan 15, 2019May 28, 2020

According to one study, high levels of Vitamin D increase survival rates, so why don’t experts recommend giving your cat a Vitamin D supplement?

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A Quick Guide to Choosing the Best Pet Food for a Long, Healthy Life

By PetfulDec 10, 2017May 19, 2020

The fillers and chemicals that manufacturers put into some pet foods are scary. Here are some things to keep in mind as you’re looking at the labels.

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RECIPE: Apple Cheddar Dog Biscuits

By Allison GrayMay 17, 2017July 23, 2018

These homemade dog treats were a huge win in our house. Check out the recipe and view more photos.

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How a Meat-Rich Diet (But Not Too Much Meat) Helps Cats

By Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVSNov 10, 2015April 20, 2020

Cats need meat to help them build up taurine in their systems. A deficiency in this essential amino acid could cause permanent blindness.

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Conducting a Food Trial for Food Allergies in a Pet

By Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMDMay 13, 2015December 17, 2018

Diagnosing food allergy has nothing to do with a better quality of food or a grain-free diet. It means finding food sources that your pet hasn’t had before.

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6 Things Pet Food Companies Don’t Want You to Know

By Melissa SmithOct 10, 2014July 23, 2018

Commercial pet food is serious business. There are a lot of viewpoints out there about what exactly is best. Here are a few things you may not know.

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Protect Your Pet (and Yourself) From Contaminated Food

By Kristine LacosteJul 18, 2014July 23, 2018

One way to avoid contamination is to thoroughly clean your pet’s food and water bowls with hot soapy water and dry them before refilling them every day.

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Why Does My Dog Always Want Food?

By Melissa SmithJul 15, 2014July 23, 2018

If your dog is always hanging around the kitchen for scraps or willing to eat anything at anytime, there could be a reason for the behavior.

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