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10 White Lies Veterinarians Tell Clients

If you are a regular at dog parks, you know that some pet owners can be clueless. If you recognize yourself in any of these veterinary sarcasms, take notes for your next visit so that you and your pet won’t be the next clients from H-E-double-toothpicks. Read more.

12 tips to help avoid tragedy at the pet groomer

After reports of pet deaths at groomers across the country, here are some tips and things to look out for when choosing a pet groomer.

10 Things You Shouldn't Say to Your Veterinarian

Dr. Patty Khuly outlines some remarks that this veterinarian would prefer not to hear from pet owners.

Tips and tricks for pet grooming

Here are some tips to make grooming your four-legged friend easier and safer for everyone.

Dog Flu Symptoms: What to Look For

Dog flu symptoms are often difficult to notice, but if your dog has a fever, decreased appetite and is lethargic, he might have the flu. Learn to recognize dog flu symptoms so you can get your dog the treatment he needs.

Why cats and dogs are acting differently

Is prescription pet food just a profit scheme? Lawsuit says it is

A North Carolina law firm is one of the primary drivers of a class action lawsuit that alleges prescription dog and cat food is a marketing scheme devised by pet food companies to pump up their profits.

Is GMO-Free Pet Food Safer than Regular Pet Food?

Genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, are becoming an ever increasing part of our human and pet food supply. What does that mean for your pet?

Pet food facts—and fiction

Can’t stomach the dizzying array of pet food trends, fads and marketing tactics inundating the market? Let’s demystify some of the most common misconceptions so you can counsel your clients with confidence.

Is organic pet food worth the trouble?

By Lou Bendrick on Oct 10, 2008<br>—–<br>Dear Grist<br>I eat organic food; should my dog? What’s the deal with organic dog food and what’s the problem with conventional dog food anyhow? And most importantly, does organic dog food taste better? Not that my dog has ever been too picky about what he eats, but I’ve always wondered when I dump the same dry kibble in his bowl day after day if he actually likes it.<br>Best regards,<br>Dear Tara,<br>Are you…

Demystifying pet food facts and fiction

This quick-start guide will get you on your way to confident pet food recommendations for your veterinary clients.

Pet Grooming: It’s More Than Just Looks

Grooming your pet – that is, bathing, conditioning, trimming, and brushing – can feel like extra chores on an already long list. But when you consider how good pet grooming is for overall health and wellness, it’s the kind of activity that you may come to value. Nope, grooming isn’t just for the aesthetics, and The Pet Experts at Naperville Animal Hospital have some advice on ways to unleash your inner stylist.

Who's Your Favorite Pet Groomer?

What groomer in the Sedalia/Warrensburg area does the best job?

Is Your Raw Pet Food Nutritionally Balanced?

Raw pet food is good, but you should make sure that the organic pet food or homemade pet food you choose has the right nutritional balance.

Is your pet food making your dog sick?

The U.S. Food and Drug Association issued a warning about popular pet food brands that are potentially linked to heart disease in dogs.

3 Things to Consider When Choosing a Pet Food

No food is one size fits all, and the options can be overwhelming. So, Tomlinson's Feed &amp; Pet Supplies gives you 3 things to consider when choosing a pet food.

Are human grade pet foods really human grade?

Depending on which US state you manufacture your pet food in, it may be difficult or impossible to meet guidelines for human grade pet food claims.

Is That Real Meat in Your Pet's Food?

Your pet food does not contain the meat you think it does. Nor does it contain the amount of meat you think it does. That is because the official definition of “meat” for pet food is different from your perception of “meat.” Read more.

Pet food ingredients: What’s hot and getting hotter?

Pet owners are shopping for certain ingredients, not pet food claims. Petfood Forum speakers highlighted ingredients on the rise, plus good old grain free.

Should food stamps cover cost of pet food?

A viral new petition is asking the federal government to extend food stamp benefits to pet food. The petition, called "Don't Let Pets Starve - Include Pet Food in SNAP Benefits!," has almost reached its goal of 90,000 signatures.