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INTEGRATIVE TREATMENTS FOR PETS WITH MOBILITY ISSUES
Bringing the Bounce Back: Integrative Treatments for Pets With Mobility Issues

Apr 28, 2023 ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM

While vets often suggest surgery for certain debilitating conditions, less invasive treatments might be just as effective with considerably less risk, particularly for animals that cannot tolerate anesthesia.

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Whole Foods for Dogs and Cats
Whole Foods for Dogs and Cats: Human-Grade Meals for Our Furry Best Friends

Jan 31, 2023 ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Feeding pets whole food, whether purchased or made at home, is a great way to help them stay healthy and happy.

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Dog and cat side-by-side each eating from a side of a food bowl filled with fresh healthy food
Hidden Dangers in Pet Food: The Scary Truth About Toxic Ingredients

Dec 30, 2022 ● By Karen Becker

Switch dogs and cats from an ultra-processed diet to fresh, wholesome foods to avoid these most common toxins found in many popular pet foods.

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Small dog lying down next to holiday basket of berries
Holiday Treats for Cats and Dogs: Easy-to-Make Festive Recipes to Delight Pets

Nov 30, 2022 ● By Tonya Wilhelm

Homemade pet treats using healthy ingredients make great holiday gifts for dogs, cats and pet-loving friends and family.

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Golden retriever dog sitting in front of food bowl full of vegetables
Beyond Kibble: How to Shop for the Healthiest Pet Food

Feb 28, 2022 ● By Sheila Julson

There are better quality kibble and canned pet foods available today than in the past, along with frozen raw and freeze-dried raw foods. Here's what to look for in healthy dog and cat food.

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Kitten placing paw on the nose of a golden retriever dog lying on floor with an empty plate between them
Pet-Pleasing Food Trends: What Dogs and Cats Will Eat This Year

Dec 30, 2021 ● By Ronica O’Hara

Dog and cat food is becoming ever more humanized with owners increasingly demanding high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients that are free of questionable byproducts for their pets.

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Overweight obese dog needing to go on healthy diet to lose weight
Canine Obesity: When Doggies Need Diets

Feb 26, 2021 ● By Julie Peterson

How to determine the ideal weight for dogs and healthy ways to achieve weight loss through proper nutrition, including fresh organic raw food, diet and exercise.

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Kibble Quandary: A Fresh Look at Pet Food

Feb 28, 2020 ● By Julie Peterson

Healthier alternatives than commercial, processed foods for dogs and cats including feeding home-cooked meals, biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) and vegan or vegetarian diets.

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