Summer is in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited. From morning walks to afternoon swims and relaxing in perfect evening temperatures, we are definitely ceasing summer while we can. To top it all off, July is National Ice Cream Month and you know we’re taking this one to the dogs! As daytime temperatures […]
Health & Nutrition, Uncategorized
Weight Management in Summer: Should Their Diet Change in Warm Weather?
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Jul
Jul
As pet nutrition experts we’re often asked if pets’ portions should change with the seasons. For many dogs, with warmer weather comes added exercise – leaving owners wondering if their typical feeding is sufficient. Extreme temperatures alone can require more energy from pets to keep themselves warm or cool; combined with added exercise, it’s fair […]
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Jun
Jun
Nothing says summer like the taste of sweet juicy watermelon. We love it because it’s a cooling, guilt-free, sweet treat – and guess what? Your dog can enjoy it for the exact same reasons. High in potassium and vitamins A, B6, and C, watermelon is a low calorie snack that is comprised of mostly water […]
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Jun
Jun
June 30th is Social Media Day and, to be honest, we’re not sure why social media needs a day when it seems that everyone’s days are consumed by it… but we’ll play along the best way we know how: by applying it to pets! These days it’s considered normal to see pets with their own […]
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Jun
Jun
When it comes to water, all dogs are not created equal. Some dogs, like labradors, can jump in and know exactly what to do while others, like bulldogs, run the risk of sinking (seriously.) If you’re considering a dog and water happens to be a big part of your life, whether you boat, live near […]
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Jun
Jun
If you’ve never been, agility competitions for dogs are as high energy and fierce as high school cheerleading meets. Competitive agility training is a whole subculture: dogs of every size walking on ramps, jumping through A-frames, and weaving through poles mere inches apart while their owners fervently watch and guide. Of course it doesn’t need […]
The ketogenic diet has been around since the 1920s, but it seems to be gaining popularity as more celebrities and social media influencers hop on the bandwagon. For those who don’t know, a keto diet boasts a high ratio of fat over protein and carbohydrates in an attempt to convert the fat, rather than the […]
May is National Photograph Month, another social media holiday just BEGGING for pets to be included. (Seriously! Dog pics rake in the most likes on our personal pages; still deciding if that’s hurtful or not, but clearly the people love ’em!) Photography is an amazing way to capture moments or convey art and we hope […]
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May
May
Most pet owners will admit to feeding their dog an ice cube on a hot day – it’s refreshing, it’s cold, and it’s water – a perfect treat, right? Overall, yes, ice is a perfectly acceptable treat and guarantees at least some water ingestion (making it a great hydration trick for on the boat or […]
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May
May
May 30th is National Rescue Dog Day, a shout out to all the rescue pups out there and, more so, an opportunity to bring attention to those still waiting for their forever homes. It’s true that you don’t know what you’re getting when you adopt a dog – in fact, these 5 went on to […]