Pet Diet & Nutrition

If you have a kitty or are considering adding a cat to your family, you might be wondering if there’s any truth behind their bad rep for being picky eaters. Can cats eat dog food? is only one of the many questions about feline dietary needs that our pet experts have to answer ever so...

Clinical studies show that raw food for cats and dogs can help promote a longer and healthier life for your little ones. But recent research also points out concerns about the presence of bacteria in raw meat and how this can affect your furkiddo. So how do you balance out the pros and cons and...

Have you ever felt stiff, not being able to walk properly, or felt pain in the joints? If you have, your furbaby may have felt it too at some point in their lives. Joint pain issues and reduced mobility can happen for a lot of reasons. These reasons can include genetic conditions like hip and...

Inflammation bowel disease (IBD) is the name given to several conditions in which the walls of the gastrointestinal tract (gut) of your little one become inflamed. IBD is a common issue in many pets and can also be related to other health conditions. Diet is one of the ways that you can help manage your...

It is very cute to see a kitten getting its whiskers dirty in a bowl of milk, right? Even though this mental image is heartwarming, you may be wondering, “are cats lactose intolerant?” It is not recommended to give milk to cats and below I have explained why. When cats are very young up to...

Hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine disease in cats and can appear in any cat. It is caused by an excess of circulating thyroid hormones that result in a high metabolic state, which causes changes in many different body organs of your kitty. Finding the right diet for cats with hyperthyroidism can be helpful for...

If your pet takes more than 30 minutes to eat their meals, or if they refuse to eat their own food but will accept human table scraps and treats in no time, it could mean that you have a picky eater. Reasons Why A Pet May Be A Picky Eater While some pets are just...

Knowing what you should feed your cat can be tricky. Did you know that cats are obligate carnivores? This means that they need a minimum source of animal protein to survive. In the past, cats used to hunt and consume lots of protein, fat, and a little bit of carbohydrates. The only vegetables they had...

STOP throwing away your eggshells! This eggshell calcium powder is the easiest recipe to make and is a great source of nutrients for both humans and our furry friends! Eggshells are rich in calcium, potassium, and magnesium, and many studies have shown that eggshell calcium helps with arthritic discomfort and increased bone density. Turning those...

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is one of the most common conditions in elderly dogs and cats, although it can appear at any age. Finding the right diet for pets with kidney disease is an important part of managing this condition. Chronic kidney disease is characterized by abnormalities in kidney function and/or structure. The first clinical...