Pet Nutrition

Veterinarians are warning pet owners they could seriously injure or kill their animals if they feed them too many Christmas leftovers.

Dec 14, 2009 - Amanda Woods

Small animals are becoming more popular as pets, and need a good diet to stay healthy. Here are the good and the bad ingredients found in small animal pet foods.

Nov 14, 2009 - Ian Shoust

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.

Nov 3, 2009 - Sandy McCollum

If your cat has been eating a diet of commercial cat food during its lifetime, transitioning to a raw diet for cats might take time as well as persistence on your part.

Oct 26, 2009 - Mary Spierling

Here are two recipes for homemade vegetarian dog food meals: healthy, nutritious and completely meatless.

Oct 23, 2009 - Martin Bohn

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

Oct 19, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

This article examines how pet food is produced, looking at ingredients and the differences between wet and dry pet foods.

Oct 10, 2009 - Martin Bohn

The pet food industry is big business. Learn how returning to the diet nature intended can significantly improve the quality of life for your four legged friend.

Sep 21, 2009 - Shawnda Chambers

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.

Sep 14, 2009 - Mary King

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.

Sep 5, 2009 - Amanda Dupuis

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.

Jul 21, 2009 - Adrienne Farricelli

Obese pets are at risk for diabetes, arthritis, heart problems and kidney disease. Help keep your pet healthier with these tips.

Jul 21, 2009 - Leigh A. Peterson

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

Jun 11, 2009 - Ian Shoust

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

May 10, 2009 - Angie Briscoe

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?

Apr 18, 2009 - Ian Shoust

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.

Apr 15, 2009 - Terry Overbeek

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.

Apr 3, 2009 - 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.

Apr 3, 2009 - Roberta Goli

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.

Mar 21, 2009 - Ian Shoust

Is your dog fat? An overweight dog is at risk of health problems, so try these dog weight loss tips to help a fat dog lose weight and go on a doggy diet.

Mar 8, 2009 - Mia Carter

Understanding the ingredients that are listed on a bag of pet food is essential when choosing a diet for your dog or cat.

Mar 7, 2009 - Ian Shoust

The list of recalled dog food and dog treats grew by leaps and bounds in February 2009, as a result of the salmonella peanut butter scare.

Feb 23, 2009 - Mia Carter

Several brands of dog treats have been recalled due to the salmonella contamination involving peanut butter. Some pet foods and treats contain the tainted peanut butter.

Feb 11, 2009 - Mia Carter

Best dog friends deserve to be remembered all through the year. Fido will love these dog-tested-and-approved homemade treats.

Dec 18, 2008 - Renee Blixt

The right nutrition is an important factor in the health and happiness of your bunny. A rabbit's diet can be visualized as a simple rabbit food pyramid.

Dec 13, 2008 - Sarah Goodwin-Nguyen