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Nutro Pet Food Recall

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...

Food Allergies in Dogs - Finding the Right Diet

Feeding trials are the only way to definitively diagnose food allergies in dogs. The feeding trial must be strictly controlled in order to produce helpful results. more...

Chocolate in Dogs and Cats - A Common Pet Poison

Chocolate is one of the most common pet poisons seen in dogs and cats. Chocolate contains theobromine, which is a potent, potentially fatal toxin for dogs and cats. more...

Rawhide Dog Bones and Chews - Safe or Dangerous?

Rawhide dog chews and rawhide dog bones are commonly used treats for dogs and many dogs enjoy them tremendously. But are there dangers involved with these products? more...

Xylitol - An Increasingly Common Pet Poison

Xylitol is commonly used in sugarless gums and candies and is generally safe for human consumption. However, for pets, xylitol can be rapidly fatal even at low dosages. more...

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When Does a Cat or Dog Need a Prescription Diet?

By: Ian Shoust

Veterinarians often suggest prescription diets for a variety of reasons, but similar diets can often be found in pet specialty stores. more...

Rabbit Nutrition

By: Angie Briscoe

A good diet for a rabbit should consist of water, dry food, fresh food, and hay. Rabbits enjoy lots of regular attention. more...

Raw Diets: Are They Right for Your Cat or Dog?

By: Ian Shoust

Raw diet sales grow exponentially each year within the pet industry, but are they safe, and are raw diets worth the extra time and money? more...

Raw Feeding for Dogs

By: Terry Overbeek

Dogs have no need for vegetables, fruits and grains. In fact, aim for a feeding plan for your best friend that mimics the diet of wolves and your dog will excel. more...

Can I Feed My Dog Onions, Grapes or Raisins?

By: Roberta Goli

Here are some signs you should watch for if you suspect your dog has consumed onions, grapes or raisins. Eating even a small amount of these foods can be fatal. more...

Can I Feed My Dog Chocolate or Macadamia Nuts?

By: Roberta Goli

Here are some signs you should watch for if you suspect your dog has consumed chocolate or macadamia nuts. Eating too much of these food can be life threatening. more...

Super Premium, Natural, Holistic, and Organic

By: Ian Shoust

Super premium, natural, holistic, and organic are terms often seen on a bag of pet food. It can be hard to understand what these terms mean by just reading the labels. more...

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