Walk down any pet store aisle today and you’ll notice air-dried treats taking up more shelf space than they did even a few years ago. As the format grows in popularity, it’s worth understanding how it actually compares to freeze-drying on the things that matter: nutrient retention, texture, shelf life, and value. What Air-Drying Does […]
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With so many treat options on shelves and online, choosing the right one often comes down to guesswork: pick something with a nice bag, check the price, and hope for the best. A more reliable approach starts with your dog’s actual needs and works backward from there. This framework walks through that process step by
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Raw bones sit at the center of one of the most debated topics in dog nutrition. Some owners swear by them as a natural, species-appropriate chew. Others avoid them entirely after a costly emergency vet visit. The truth lives somewhere in the specifics: which bones, what size dog, and how they’re fed all matter more
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Protein gets most of the attention in dog nutrition conversations, and for good reason. But omega-3 fatty acids are increasingly recognized as the nutrient working alongside it, supporting everything from joint comfort to coat condition to brain function. If you’ve been feeding a protein-focused diet and treat routine, omega-3 is worth understanding as the next
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Managing a diabetic dog’s diet takes more than watching mealtime portions. Treats count too, and the wrong ones can undo hours of careful insulin and diet management in a few bites. If your vet has diagnosed your dog with diabetes, understanding what goes into a treat matters just as much as understanding what goes into
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Freeze-dried treats are one of the lowest-maintenance options in the pet food aisle. But “low-maintenance” doesn’t mean “no maintenance.” A few simple storage habits can make the difference between a bag that stays fresh for months and one that goes soft or stale within a few weeks. Here’s what actually matters. We’ll cover refrigeration, storage
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A ten-pound senior lapdog and a forty-pound working border collie in her prime have very different nutritional needs. Yet a lot of pet food and treat marketing still talks about dogs as if they are one animal with one set of needs. That gap is exactly why personalised nutrition has become such a strong interest
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Alberta was built for outdoor dogs. Between the mountains, foothills, river valleys, and wide-open prairie, there’s something for almost every dog. This guide covers Alberta’s best-known dog-friendly regions and the rules that apply in each one. It also covers what to pack so your dog is properly fueled along the way. It’s also personal territory
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Canadian winter doesn’t arrive gradually. One week, the mornings are crisp. The next, the sidewalks are salted and the water bowl is icing over. Dogs adjust to that shift better when their owners start preparing in September. This is much easier than scrambling in November after the first real freeze hits. This checklist runs month
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Tallow spent decades being treated as a byproduct. It was leftover fat that got trimmed away and discarded as the industry chased leaner cuts and processed alternatives. Now, it is back in both human and pet nutrition conversations. The reason is simple: rendered animal fat is one of the oldest and most complete forms of
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