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Breed-Specific Dog Food

I was paging through an issue of Dog Fancy magazine and saw an ad for Royal Canin’s new line of breed-specific foods. Interesting idea, huh? Instead of just tailoring foods to dogs of a certain size or age group, they’ve developed foods for specific breeds. It makes sense that puppies would have different nutritional needs than adults or seniors… but what about dogs of the same age but different breeds? Royal Canin — backed by years of research — says that dogs of different heritage have different nutritional needs. Generally speaking, dogs all need the same things. Protein, carbohydrates, vitamins … Continue reading →

Prescription Diets for Pets

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I had an unusual call at the cats-only boarding facility this morning: a client from the vet side, looking for prescription cat food. More specifically, she didn’t want to have to drive a half hour to the office to pick up a prescription diet, and wanted to know where else she might be able to get it. She’d tried calling veterinarians that were closer to where she lived, without much luck. If your pets are on a prescription diet, your emergency shopping options may be limited. Here are a few ideas: When your veterinarian prescribes a special diet, be sure … Continue reading →

FYI: Cool Pet/Animal Tip Offs Fellow Families.com Members Have Shared With Me

The other day I wrote about My Life as a Pets Blogger Parts I and II, but something I forgot to mention is how sometimes people pass neat stories or otherwise pet-related info my way. (Like Aimee did with an article that I referenced in Michael Vick Learns Animal Lovers Are a Force to Be Reckoned With.) Well, Aimee’s done it again, but so have a couple of others. I’d like to share with you what they shared with me, because you might find it equally interesting. The Michael Vick Pet Chew Toy This one came to me again courtesy … Continue reading →

Pet Websites: Purina ONE 30 Day Challenge

Considering a new brand of food for your dog or cat? Purina ONE offers the 30 Day Challenge to encourage owners to switch from their current food to Purina ONE. Their claim is that after thirty days of eating Purina ONE, a pet will have a better appetite, healthier appearance, better digestive health, and a higher energy level. Before you start the Purina ONE 30 Day Challenge, you need to make a gradual transition from your current food to Purina ONE. Switching foods abruptly can give your dog or cat a serious upset stomach! Once your pet is eating only … Continue reading →