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Can Dogs Eat Anchovies?
In recent years, the anchovy has seen a resurgence in the human health food world as an exciting source of calcium, protein, and vitamins. This is great for humans, but what does the anchovy have to offer our pets? It turns out the anchovy is also rich in something particularly useful to dogs: omega-3 essential fatty acids.
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Grains - Good or Bad for Dogs?
Grain-free dog food is just that: any dog diet that is completely free of grains, including wheat, corn, rice, etc. It has become a popular choice for modern pet parents who want to feed their pups well, but is it really a better option for every dog? Are grains always the enemy, or is this a case of another fad diet? Further, is there any difference between good grains and bad grains?
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Tips for Getting Your Picky Dog to Eat
For the parents of picky eaters, Nom Nom has heard your plea! We've taken a clinical and behavioral approach to getting your best friend the right training to end mealtime nightmares. Through a training program designed by board certified veterinary nutritionist, your picky eaters learn to eat the food given to them, when it's given to them. No huff, no fuss!
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Healthy Nutrients in Dog Food
Nutrient numbers in dog food labels can't always be treated as high = good and low = bad. A few general guidelines for thinking about the role of key nutrients in maintaining the health of your pet.
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What Is AAFCO?
AAFCO is the Association of American Feed Control Officials, and it is a voluntary organization that is responsible for regulating dog food (that falls under the FDA, Food and Drug Administration).
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The first thing you'll want to look at is the guaranteed analysis at the top of the nutrition label. This tells you the minimum amount of certain nutrients (by weight) within the food.
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