Tank’s Story: NutriScan Case Study
Megan Steinberger Case Study Name: Tank Breed: Pit Bull Age: 2.5 years old Sex: Male Before NutriScan Tank had stomach issues such as loose stools since he was 8 weeks …
The Canine Fecal Microbiome
The debate over whether commercial processed dog food versus raw or home-prepared dog food is better for a companion dog sparks heated, passionate discussions. Kibble-based diets typically have more grains …
The Importance of Picking Up After Your Pet
Ahh…Spring! For much of North America, the record snowfall, rain and flooding have left many of us feeling battle-worn. So, while spring brings renewal and revitalization, will be facing the …
Strokes in Dogs and Cats
With the untimely passing of actor Luke Perry, awareness of strokes came into the spotlight. Can dogs and cats have strokes? Yes; they can. Here’s what you need to know. …
Hemopet Interviews Steve Brown
For the past few weeks, Hemopet has been trying to understand how toxic levels of vitamin D ended up in pet food. What appeared odd was that these excesses happened …
Are the Alternatives to BPA safer?
When researchers set up experiments, they include a control group and an experimental group. Sometimes with these studies, the outcomes are serendipitous and the researchers learn something new. This has …
FDA Updates on Heart Disease in Dogs
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an updated announcement on February 19, 2019 about the possible link between certain diets and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM; a form of heart disease) …
Plastic, Stainless Steel, Stoneware, Silicone or Ceramic Bowls?
Think back to when you introduced your first companion pet to your home and the food and water bowls you purchased. Did you go with bowls that had cute paw …
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FYI: USDA Adverse Events Due to Vaccinations Reporting
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been implementing important and positive changes regarding adverse events that companion pets or livestock (feed animals) may have experienced due to a …
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Circovirus in Dogs: Should we be concerned?
Circovirus in dogs came into the national spotlight in 2013 as several dogs in Michigan, Ohio and California possibly became ill or died from this newly discovered virus. Companion dog …