Copper-Associated Liver Disease in Dogs
The accumulation of too much copper in the liver is a common cause of liver disease in some breeds of dog. Both medications and diet are used to manage this condition in dogs.
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Five Ways Being Overweight Can Harm Your Cat’s Health
With up to 63% of cats currently overweight, we now know about the problems that cats face when they are too heavy. If your cat is overweight, your cat is at risk for these common problems.
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The Problem with Pumpkin
Pumpkin is frequently recommended as a fiber supplement for pets but is it as good as it is often claimed to be?
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Feeding pets with cancer
Many pet owners change their pets diets after a diagnosis of cancer. But which changes are likely to be effective versus which ones may cause more harm than good?
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Pet Food Nutrient Calculator: Comparing nutrient levels between two pet foods
Frustrated by trying to compare nutrients between different foods? Try our convenient calculator so you can more accurately compare the amount of a nutrient in canned and dry pet foods and treats.
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You Are What You Eat – Providing a Good Diet History
It’s important to be able to provide your veterinary care team with detailed information about what you feed your pet so that they can make the best recommendations for your pet. Here are the things that are important, and not important, to include in a thorough diet history for your pet.
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Dietary treatment of bladder stones
Bladder stones are common in both dogs and cats. Diet can be an important factor – some foods can contribute to stone formation while special diets can be used to dissolve some types of stones and prevent others from returning.
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Battling the Bulge? Troubleshooting Tips for Pet Weight Loss
Struggling to get those lost few pounds off your pet? Weight loss can be challenging, so we’ve though through some strategies to help you troubleshoot!
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Research Update: New insight into grain-free cat diets
We share some findings from a recently published study comparing the calories, carbohydrate content, and ingredients in grain-free versus grain-containing dry diets for cats
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Good Bugs/Bad Bugs – The Confusing World of Probiotic Supplements
The gut bacteria and probiotic supplements have become popular topics lately, but will supplementing “good” bacteria make your pet healthier?
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