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Raw Honey – A Canine Superfood
Find out why raw honey is a canine “superfood” (but not for puppies!). In our recently released book, Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of Feeding Your Dog for Optimum Health, Dr. W. Jean Dodds and...
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Corn Controversy: Is Corn Really Bad for Your Pet?
Many mass-market commercial pet foods contain corn. But what does this mean for your pet’s health? I recently conducted an informal survey (i.e., I went online and read the ingredients) of some major...
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Why Blueberries are Awesome for Your Pet
New research finds that blueberries protect against cancer and heart disease. In our recent book, Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of Feeding Your Dog for Optimum Health, Dr. W. Jean Dodds and I...
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New Study Finds Widespread Mycotoxin Contamination in Commercial Dry Pet Food
Mycotoxins are dangerous and potentially deadly when consumed in contaminated food. As Dr. Jean Dodds and I discuss in our book, Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of Feed Your Dog for Optimum...
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Five Reasons to Avoid Soy in Your Pet’s Diet
Soy is a common ingredient in commercial pet food. Read on to find out why you should avoid it. As you know if you regularly read my blog posts or have read Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of...
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Would You Trust Your Pet’s Health To Nestle Purina?
Beneful Lawsuit Raises More Questions Regarding Pet Food Safety On February 4, 2015, a class-action lawsuit was filed in California against Nestle Purina, claiming that Purina’s popular Beneful dog...
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Garlic: Is It Safe For Your Pet?
In this article, we delve into the issues surrounding garlic’s safety for pets. Garlic is a very controversial ingredient for pets, yet many popular pet foods and supplements contain garlic in their...
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Nutrition for Senior Dogs
This article is in honor of my best friend, Chase. Any of you who are familiar with my story know that Chase is the reason I have committed my life to helping dogs live as long and healthy as possible...
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Nutritional Support for the Aging Canine Brain
Discover how you can help your dog stay mentally fit with age. Does your senior dog ever appear disoriented, confused or agitated? Does he sleep most of the day and pace at night? Does he seem...
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Anti-Cancer Foods for Dogs
If you want to use nutrition to help prevent, manage or treat canine cancer, then you won’t want to miss this article on anti-cancer foods for dogs. I have just completed an anti-cancer diet for a...
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Are Gluten-Free Pet Foods A Fad?
Are gluten-free pet foods a good idea or a fad? Over the past few years, “gluten-free” has become a popular trend in the human food industry, and pet food companies have also jumped on the bandwagon,...
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Xylitol and Dogs: Protect Your Pet
Xylitol and dogs are a potentially deadly combination. Learn how to protect your canine companion. Many of us associate the sugar substitute xylitol with chewing gum. And with all of the publicity...
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Novel Protein Diet for Pets
What is the difference between a “novel protein diet” and “exotic protein diet” and does your pet need one? I work with many clients whose dogs suffer from a food sensitivity, and oftentimes the client...
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Comparing Protein in Commercial Pet Foods
Comparing protein in commercial pet foods is critical to determine which food is best for your dog or cat – and determining how you spend your money. Comparing protein in commercial pet foods can be...
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The Wonders of Winter Squash for Pets
Autumn is such a lovely season for its cool breezes, beautiful leaves and harvest picking. We conjure idyllic images of ourselves sipping hot cocoa, wearing a cable knit sweater and cozy scarf while...
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Turkey Tips for Pets: Is Turkey Safe for Your Dog or Cat?
When I was growing up, my “sister” was an apricot-colored Toy Poodle named Taffy. Taffy lived almost 17 years on a varied homemade diet lovingly prepared each day by my mom. But one food mom never gave...
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Benefits of Warm Food for Pets
Picture this: You’ve just peeled off your scarf, heavy coat, gloves and snow shoes after spending the afternoon shoveling cold, wet snow from your driveway. Your mind drifts to images of the perfect...
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Organic Food for Pets: A Good Idea or Hype?
I have a confession to make. I own a t-shirt that says “Kale University” on it. I eat a lot of kale. I have even made kale brownies (hint: kale does not belong in brownies). The point is that because I...
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Pancreatitis in Dogs: Save Your Dog from this Common Threat
Pancreatitis in dogs is something dog guardians should be informed about, as symptoms of pancreatitis may not be as obvious as one would think, and leaving this condition untreated could be deadly. The...
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Diet and Fecal Health in Dogs: Meat vs. Kibble-Based Diets
It seems that dog enthusiasts and various “experts” are continuously debating whether meat-based diets are really healthier than kibble for dogs, but a revealing new study on the interaction between...
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