In simple terms, processed foods don’t always have the necessary nutrient levels to prevent illness. When food items like meat, grains, or veggies undergo any form of cooking or heat treatment, they lose some of their essential nutrients. This isn’t news to those in the pet food business. Likewise, the pharmaceutical world recognizes the needContinue reading “Complete and Balanced: Standards or Marketing Buzzwords in Dog Food?”
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Making the Switch to Biologically Appropriate Raw Food for Your Dog
Have you ever stared at that bag of kibble and thought, “Is there something better I could be offering my fur-baby?” A raw diet, often referred to as a species-appropriate diet, has gained popularity among pet enthusiasts. But how do you make the switch safely and effectively? Let’s explore! The Transition Process: Step-by-Step You canContinue reading “Making the Switch to Biologically Appropriate Raw Food for Your Dog”
How Long Do Dogs Take to Digest Food?
Ever wondered how long it takes for a meal to move through your dog’s body? The short answer is … between 4 and 8 hours, depending on a number of factors. For your own dog, you may be able to guess based on her pooping schedule and how fast she gets hungry. Read on toContinue reading “How Long Do Dogs Take to Digest Food?”
What Pet Owners Need to Know About GMOs in Dog Food
The topic of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food has been a subject of debate and controversy for years, and this discussion has extended to the realm of pet nutrition. As a pet owner, you may be concerned about the presence of GMOs in your dog’s food and their potential impact on your furry friend’sContinue reading “What Pet Owners Need to Know About GMOs in Dog Food”
Understanding the Importance of Manganese for Dogs
As responsible pet owners, we strive to provide our furry companions with a balanced and nutritious diet to ensure their overall health and well-being. One essential trace mineral that is often overlooked is manganese, which plays a vital role in numerous biological processes in dogs. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the importance ofContinue reading “Understanding the Importance of Manganese for Dogs”
Protein Differences in Raw, Cooked, and Kibble
Proteins and amino acids are found in chicken, cattle, turkey, venison, fish, and lambs. They can also be found in their organs including liver, lungs, and spleen. All of these sources can be utilized if you’re feeding a raw or lightly cooked diet. In kibble, grains are commonly used as a source of protein includingContinue reading “Protein Differences in Raw, Cooked, and Kibble”
What is Rendering? How Dog Food is Really Made!
It’s important to understand how dog food is really made. Rendering components “make up 40 percent to 60 percent of most finished kibble formulas for cats and dogs,” according to the pet food industry. On labels, rendered pet food ingredients such as chicken meal or lamb meal are indicated as ‘meal’ animal protein ingredients. InContinue reading “What is Rendering? How Dog Food is Really Made!”
The Scary Truth About Kibble
Note: this contains graphic information, and feel free to skip if you have a weak stomach or would rather not read the details. According to the Earth Island Journal, “The rendering plant floor is piled high with ’raw product’: thousands of dead dogs and cats; heads and hooves from cattle, sheep, pigs, and horses; wholeContinue reading “The Scary Truth About Kibble”
Why Grass-Fed Beef is Better
The nutrient levels of foods from enormous factory farming operations and pastured, grass-fed animals are vastly different. Let’s start with a few things to keep in mind when shopping for raw meat for your dog. Here’s everything you need to know about industrial farming to get started. Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations Beef is mostly producedContinue reading “Why Grass-Fed Beef is Better”
How Cell Suicide Affects Dog Cancer
How are cancer cells different from normal cells? That’s a simple, yet complicated, question to ask. One of the words you will hear pop up often though is apoptosis. If you’re learning about the science of cancer, you’ll learn that apoptosis plays a major role in all cancer types regardless of species. Apoptosis, commonly referredContinue reading “How Cell Suicide Affects Dog Cancer”