Have you ever wondered why dry dog food comes in many different sizes and shapes? While it may be partly due to marketing, one of the main reasons is that the different sizes and shapes of the food are designed to comfortably fit in the mouths of dogs of varying sizes. Choosing the right dry [...]

One of the first massive pet food recalls took place in March 2007 when the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) found a substance known as melamine in some already manufactured pet foods as well as in the wheat gluten used to make pet food products. The melamine problem first came to light for the FDA on [...]

Life in a house with more than one dog is a lot easier if each pet has his or her own food and water bowls. Even though the dogs may get along when it comes to play and exercise, sharing food and water bowls is asking for trouble. Why take the unnecessary risk? It is [...]

Dog foods are not created equal. That is the bottom line you need to keep in mind when you choose a brand to feed your furry canine friend. Feeding a dog food that has all of the right nutrients is actually a lot harder than it sounds. A trip to the grocery store may not [...]

Veterinary medicine is constantly evolving. One of the newer theories is that feeding a restricted diet to a puppy may help prevent some diseases and lead to a longer, healthier life for a dog. Research is showing that a calorie-restricted diet is most beneficial to large breed puppies such as Labrador retrievers that tend to [...]

Deciding what to feed a new puppy can be a difficult decision, but it is an important one because a healthy diet is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. It is a good idea to discuss food choices with a veterinarian before you bring your puppy home. Organic puppy foods are fast becoming very [...]