By Sarah-Anne Reed, holistic dog trainer, and owner of Pack Dynamics, LLC ® Sometimes we encourage our dog to beg without realizing it. Here’s how: • Do you give them food from your plate after you finish eating dinner? • Do you let them lick your bowl clean after you’ve eaten ice cream? • Do… Read More

Key Takeaways Monk fruit is the source of a popular new natural sweetener with zero calories and no known health side effects. While monk fruit extracts appear to be safe for dogs, you should not intentionally feed your pets sweetened foods, whether with sugar or other substances. Monk fruit is a type of melon grown… Read More

Fad diets never cease to captivate us. Proponents of these diets boldly make claims of quick weight loss, improved fat-burning, or some other health benefit. One of these fad diets is the ketogenic diet. As is the case for many dietary trends in people, keto diets have also captured the attention of pet parents. What is… Read More

It’s the season for summer picnics, and that means lots of people will be packing or picking up some fried chicken to enjoy in the sun. If your pup is along for the outing, you may be wondering if he can have a nibble. While regular cooked chicken is a safe source of protein that… Read More

When it comes to pup parenting, there’s a lot of things out of our hands. Fortunately, one thing we can control is what goes into their bowls every day. Taking the reins on your dog’s diet can mean more than just filling their bellies and can be a form of preventive care for dogs of… Read More

Key Takeaways Should you run out of dog food, there’s a good chance you have the ingredients for an “in a pinch” meal or two for your dog. Know which foods are healthy for dogs and which ones to avoid before you assemble a meal. Human meals for dogs are not long-term solutions because they… Read More

Dog food commercials promoting grain-free diets portray dogs romping through the fields or playing a lively game of fetch—the idyllic image of health and energy. But, do dogs really need a grain-free diet? And what about that possible link between these diets and heart disease? If you’re concerned about grain-free diets, you’re not alone. Pet… Read More

We want what’s best for our dogs, especially regarding their food. A proper diet sets the stage for overall good health. However, with dog food commercials galore and a bewildering array of dog foods from which to choose, how can a pet parent know what to feed their dog? Because so many factors (e.g., breed,… Read More

Our hearts are amazing, beating billions of times over our lifetimes to keep blood flowing through our bodies. The heart works like a well-oiled machine to ensure that each part of our body receives the blood, oxygen, and nutrients needed for proper functioning. To keep human hearts healthy, we are encouraged to eat a heart-healthy… Read More

It’s 2 a.m. and you’ve just heard one of the most awful sounds (and smells) in the world: your doggo getting sick at the foot of your bed. Just like humans, some pups have stomachs that are super sensitive, and even the smallest thing can cause them to have diarrhea or vomiting episodes. If you’ve… Read More

Probiotics have been in human health news for a while now, but have you considered them for your dog or cat? We consulted our friends at NomNomNow, a fresh pet food company, to find out the details on this “good” bacteria and how it can help our pets. You can find their original article here…. Read More