Reading pet food labels seems like an impossible task. And if that is not hard enough, we also must make sure we are the best pet parent possible in all other aspects. Most information is readily available online, like what kind of toys can I give to my pet, or how to play fetch. More

Like us, when our pets are sick, they lose their appetite. Since the nutrients from the food they eat are incredibly important to help their body recover, it’s sometimes necessary to force-feed your pet when they are not eating. There are many reasons your pet may not be eating, such as renal failure, not liking

Cooking for your pet can be as much fun as cooking for yourself. Between meal preps and finding out what makes your furkiddo jumping up and down when you say the word FOOD there is one thing pet parents usually have a hard time with; knowing the necessary nutrients for your furbaby’s diet. Each pet is different,

Easter is just around the corner and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate but to talk about RABBITS! Sure they are the first pets we can think of when it comes to the holiday, but did you know that their diets can be very specific and involve more than just carrots? A

Even though nutrition is a very important component of our pets’ health, it is often overlooked or taken for granted. Just like humans, pets are all their own unique individuals with their own tastes and needs. What is a balanced diet for one pet, may not be ideal for another. With so many options available

One problem that pet parents are struggling more and more with is an overweight pet. Cats are particularly prone to being obese. In fact, it’s estimated that 25-50% of cats are overweight in the United States. Obesity in cats is associated with health risks such as cardiovascular diseases, bladder, and mammary cancer, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, anesthetic,

Unlike popular opinion, the best diet for your new friend will not be one that’s popular with other dogs and cats around you, but it will be one that’s picked according to your pet’s age, health condition, breed, weight, etc. A puppy will need a diet with slightly high levels of protein, this will give

The fundamentals of puppy love: Julie the Beagle You have a lifetime of snuggles, adventures, and love to look forward to. Aside from all the excitement, one of the first things you’re probably wondering is: what should I feed my new puppy? Bringing home a new puppy is so exciting! These rambunctious canines require patience, time,

Frisco, this handsome 17-year-old kitty, was suffering from chronic diarrhea and weight loss for a long time, with no identified cause. Chronic diarrhea in cats can also lead to weight, loss, dehydration, vomiting, and lethargy. As a cat deals with it, there can be changes in the frequency and consistency of the poop. Not only is

The term hypoallergenic diet for pets gets used a lot. But what does hypoallergenic mean? Does your pet really need it? In this edition of the Vet talks Blog, I’ll help you understand what a hypoallergenic diet is.  Do you know that chronic skin problems, vomiting, ear infections, and itching can be caused by food