If you've been curious about homemade dog food but aren't sure where to begin, you're not alone. Many pet parents worry that preparing homemade meals will be complicated or expensive. Others are afraid their homemade food won’t be nutritionally complete or balanced. The good news is that homemade...

If you’ve been researching homemade cat food recipes and feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice, we’re here to help. While many pet parents tell us they’re afraid homemade diets will be too complicated or time-consuming or even unsafe for their cat, the truth is homemade feeding is very beginner-...

Your dog has food allergies. Your vet recommended a hydrolyzed protein prescription diet. You brought it home, set it down, and your dog walked away. This is not an unusual story. Hydrolyzed protein diets work by chemically breaking down proteins into fragments so small the immune system cannot r...

Your dog has been scratching for months. You switched foods. It helped a little, then stopped helping. You tried the bag labeled "limited ingredient." You tried the one that said "single protein." You may have even tried the expensive prescription formula. And yet here you are. Research has shown...

You have probably heard by now that ultra-processed food is not good for you. The research has been building for years, and the message has become hard to ignore: food that has been stripped of its original form, loaded with synthetic additives, and engineered for shelf stability rather than nutr...

Your dog is always hungry. They scratch constantly. They've been on an elimination diet that cost you a small fortune, and the bag of prescription kibble sitting in your pantry feels like a bill you never stop paying. Here is something nobody tells you: a prescription diet is not magic. It is a c...

I know where you are right now. You've tried the grain-free food. You've tried the fish and potato formula. You've tried the prescription bag that costs more each month than your own groceries. You've watched your dog lick their paws every evening, scratch through the night, and battle ear infect...

Homemade cat food can feel intimidating. Will it take too much time? Will it be too expensive? Will I get it wrong or even hurt my cat? We’ve put together this vet-approved practical guide to answer those questions and allay your fears about homemade cat food. With the expert advice of Dr. Dody f...

Homemade dog food has become increasingly popular among pet parents who want more control over what goes into their dog’s bowl. But fresh ingredients alone aren’t enough to create a proper dog diet. Dogs have very specific nutritional needs, and getting those nutrients right is essential for thei...

If you’re searching for the best wet cat food for picky eaters, you’re not alone. Many cat parents struggle with a cat who turns their nose up at meals, which can make feeding time frustrating and stressful.  In this guide, we’ll walk you through why some cats are picky eaters, how to encourage b...

Kidney disease is one of the most common health concerns in cats, especially as they age. But what makes it particularly challenging is how quietly it can develop. The good news is that recognizing the early signs of kidney disease in cats can make a huge difference. As Dr. Dody, one of our resid...

Learning your dog has arthritis can be overwhelming. You’d do anything to help them live a more pain-free life, but with so many options, from medications to lifestyle changes to alternative treatments, it’s hard to know where to begin. The good news is there’s a lot you can do at home to help a ...