Heart Murmurs In Dogs 101
Imagine this: you’re at the veterinarian for a routine checkup when they mention that your pet has a heart murmur. While this condition may seem daunting, it’s important to note that heart murmurs in dogs are not always catastrophic. Unfortunately, at times, they are indicative of a bigger problem. If your veterinarian has diagnosed your […]
Keto Natural Pet Foods vs. Hill’s Science Diet Lawsuit
Another day, another round of pet food lawsuits, recalls, misinformation, and drama. I suspect this is going to be a big one! On February 6th, 2024, Keto Natural Pet Foods filed a massive class action lawsuit against Hill’s Science Diet. Keto Natural Pet Foods vs. Hill’s Pet Nutrition is a hot topic, with a controversial […]
The Hill’s Science Diet Recall for Vitamin D
The pet community has jumped head-first into yet another social-media-fueled panic about certain pet food brands. Once again, misinformation is spreading, rampantly! The now-closed Hill’s Science Diet Recall for Vitamin D has been brought up by concerned pet parents and influencers as “proof” of a bigger problem, and I wanted more information. A Facebook group, […]
Are There Euthanized Animals in Pet Food?
In the wake of the social media frenzy about Purina Pro Plan, I was encouraged to create a pet food safety series (of which this is the first installment). The topic of this article is about euthanized animals in pet food, based on a comment that I’ve seen all too often being spread around on […]
Is Vitamin C for Puppies Good or Bad?
In the world of puppy care, the practice of giving vitamin C to treat knuckling or carpal laxity has been a long-standing tradition. However, some veterinary journals suggest that this practice may be outdated and potentially harmful. This article aims to provide a thorough examination of the history, pros and cons, dosing information, and recommendations […]
Dog Food Recalls – Should You Be Concerned?
Dog food recalls are a scary business for pet parents. In 2023, Victor Pet Foods issued a massive recall of all formulas in their line because of salmonella contamination. As the details emerged, we learned that they had been selling contaminated food for nearly a year (if not longer). Before that recall, Purina voluntarily recalled […]