The S-Files: When your hooman has gone nuts
Beyond the Look: How Spaying and Neutering Influence Your Dog’s Dinner Bowl In this series, we’ll dog dive deeper into the science behind the formula we use to calculate your best friends’ food portions. We will explain step by step and in a language you may even enjoy what we take into account when we […]
The S-Files: Sometimes Size Matters
Small Wonders, Giant Leaps: The Ultimate Guide to The Impact of Size on Canine Health and Happiness We’ve already explained the relationship between size and growth rate in ‘The S-Files: When Time Flies and Pigs Don’t’. But there are more reasons why we ask for the size when you fill out the form of the […]
The S-Files: When Time Flies And Pigs Don’t
What’s age got to do with it? Ok. we all know that pigs don’t fly but it shouldn’t be a surprise that age does matter when it comes to nutrition. Everyone adores playful puppies and cherishes the wisdom of our Golden Oldies. The first are all about bouncing around you and adoring attention, the […]
The Prevalence Of Canine Obesity
A Heavyweight Issue Across the Pond A silent epidemic is growing—measured not in contagious pathogens but in pounds and kilos. Canine obesity is no longer just a personal problem for individual dog owners; it has ballooned into a societal concern that reflects deeper issues within our cultures. In this article, we embark on an exploratory […]
The benefits of an ideal weight. A short synthesis
Embarking on a journey towards an ideal weight for our canine companions is more than a mere pursuit of aesthetics. It’s a commitment to their overall well-being and enriching their lives—as well as ours. The consequences of neglecting this aspect of their health are far-reaching, affecting not only their physical condition but also their behavior, […]
Avoid the weigh-in lights
Unlike cars and motorcycles, dogs don’t come with warning lights, so checking your dog’s weight from time to time is crucial to maintaining their health. Overweight dogs face numerous health risks, but don’t worry. This article offers a part of the solution. It explains in five brief sections which scale is appropriate for your dog […]
(Not) Recognizing the Elephant in The Room: A Guide To Your Checkout
As a dog owner, it’s essential to know that your canine companion may only sometimes show apparent signs of weight gain once it becomes a significant issue. It also happens 1 pound/gram at a time, and you don’t put your pup on the scale every day. Dogs are amazingly adept at masking discomfort and changes […]
How to Become Your Dog’s Chief Weight Management Officer
Congratulations on having a healthy and happy dog! You’re already doing something right, and your commitment to your furry friend’s well-being deserves recognition! Looking for an article on weight management only makes our esteem for you more extensive than it already was. You clearly understand prevention is often more accessible and less costly than treatment. […]
Being your dog’s Personal Elevator: Pick Up on Mastering the Lift
For most of our canine companions, life is best with all four paws planted firmly on the ground –or assuming the ‘sphinx’; pose, ready to spring into action at a moment’s notice. These are the simple pleasures of a dog’s life, where gravity is a friend and the earth is a constant companion. Sometimes, it’;s necessary […]
Safe Exercise Tips for Obese Dogs: “A Small Step for a Canine, a Giant Leap for Canid Health”
The rise in canine obesity over the last decade has triggered an urgent alarm for pet owners and veterinarians alike. Managing this condition requires more than a restrictive diet. It necessitates a tailored, compassionate approach to increasing physical activity. Indeed, the journey from couch to 5k is gradual, whether on two legs or four. Just […]