Nutrition

Melatonin is a commonly used supplement among humans, and while most human supplements aren't safe to share with dogs, melatonin is on the safe list. In fact, melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain by both humans and animals. In our bodies, melatonin helps regulate the circadian rhythms of the body, meaning our sleep cycles....

As dog parents, we want the best for our pups and would never want to harm them or intentionally give them food that isn't good for them. That's why it's important to research which foods are safe to give to dogs because while some foods are safe and healthy for humans to consume, it doesn't mean that they are safe and healthy...

Do you feed your dog a grain-free diet? While these foods may have once seemed like a healthier option, they may now be linked to a serious heart condition called dilated cardiomyopathy.The FDA recently began an investigation to find out why more dogs are developing this condition, and how foods can be formulated to prevent it. In the meantime, here is what...

Just four simple steps are all it takes to keep your pet healthy and active!Give your pet's diet a boost with vitamins and supplementsAdding extra vitamins and supplements to our personal diets may give us more energy and help us maintain a healthy and active lifestyle—and our pets are certainly no different!Although joint supplements with glucosamine and chondroitin are especially beneficial for senior pets,...

When most pet owners say "people food" they are thinking of table scraps; the leftover hunks of fat that have been trimmed off meat, crust off pizza, chicken or other meat bones, or even the scrapings of sauce and fat right from the dinner plate. Indeed, these types of "table scraps" are NOT healthy for dogs and cats, as they are usually...

Have you heard about CBD and hemp for pets?You've probably noticed many of your favorite brands making pet-friendly hemp-derived CBD oils, treats, topical creams and supplements.Some of these products make almost-too-good-to-be-true claims about their effectiveness for treating everything from epilepsy to anxiety.But is CBD just another pet industry trend?As it turns out, these products are probably here to stay. CBD is changing...