Nutrition is a very powerful tool throughout all stages of a dog’s life. It can be used to maintain health, prevent disease, and even primarily manage some disease conditions. That said, just because your dog is getting older doesn’t necessarily mean they need a diet change. There are many foods out there that are labeled for mature, aging, and senior dogs. There are even diets labeled for all life stages. It can be hard to know what is… Read More

Grapes may seem like a harmless and healthy fruit, but for dogs, they can cause a lot of trouble. Why are grapes bad for dogs if they’re fine for us to eat? Here’s some valuable info on why dogs can’t eat grapes or raisins and what to do if you even suspect that your dog ate even one grape or raisin. Can Dogs Eat Grapes? Are Grapes Bad for Dogs? Grapes are toxic to dogs. All colors of grapes, such as red, green, and purple, as well as all… Read More

A wide range of body sizes and types exist among dog breeds, which makes it hard to determine the “average” dog weight. For example, the graceful Greyhound and the short-legged Basset Hound may both weigh 60 pounds, but these two breeds have different physiques and metabolic needs. So instead of comparing your dog’s weight to a generic chart, veterinary research groups have come up with a better way. They’ve conducted nutritional studies… Read More