Pet Nutrition
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Nutrigenomics – Linking Nutrition to Genetics
The science of nutrigenomics studies how diet interacts with the genetic code. In dogs, nutrition can overcome genetics to reduce obesity and improve diseased joints. more...
Finding the Right Food for Large Breed Puppies
The proper food for large breed puppies will have an ample high-quality protein source and will not contain excess calcium. Growth rate should be average for the breed. more...
Determining Proper Body Weight for Dogs and Cats
The ideal body weight for a dog or cat can be difficult to determine but there are simple signs which can help determine whether a pet is overweight or underweight. more...
Recognizing Obesity in Dogs & Cats as a Disease
Canine and feline fat cells, or adipocytes, produce hormones known as adipokines which decrease the metabolic rate and inhibit appetite suppression in obese dogs and cats more...
Nutro pet foods has recently voluntarily recalled several dry cat food formulations after it was discovered that the foods are nutritionally imbalanced. more...
Antioxidant Supplements in Cancer Treatment in Pets
Antioxidant nutritional supplements may be beneficial in treating certain forms of cancer in pets, but there are also some potential drawbacks which must be considered. more...
Choosing the Best Dietary Supplement for a Pet
Administering dietary supplements to a pet can be beneficial under some circumstances, but supplements should be investigated carefully before being administered to a pet more...
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Homemade Gluten-Free Dog Treat Recipes
By: Sandy McCollum
It can be hard to tell if a commercial food or recipe is gluten-free. Gluten, a protein composite, is at the root of a lot of pet allergies. more...
By: Martin Bohn
Here are two recipes for homemade vegetarian dog food meals: healthy, nutritious and completely meatless. more...
Count Calories to Keep your Pet a Healthy Weight
By: Sue Cartledge
Is your furry friend putting on weight? Don't risk Type 2 diabetes for them - read pet food nutrition labels and count calories, veterinarian researchers advise more...
How Commercial Pet Food is Made
By: Martin Bohn
This article examines how pet food is produced, looking at ingredients and the differences between wet and dry pet foods. more...
Pet Products Party Promotes Safe Snacks & Treats
By:
Mary King
Don't risk a pet's health - or life - by feeding a dog or cat human treats & snacks. Host a pet product party and choose from a variety of safe foods and toys. more...
Natural & Healthy Food for Your Pets
By: Amanda Dupuis
With the focus on healthy eating directed more at humans, it's easy to forget that our pets need to eat good, healthy food too. more...
Why Many Pets Cannot Tolerate Dairy Products
The image of a hungry cat lapping up some milk from a bowl is a classic. However, often such pets have to deal with the aftermath: intestinal upset, gas and diarrhea. more...
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