Dog Nutrition Blog

Learn exactly how much to feed your puppy from 8 weeks to 12 months. Covers feeding schedules, portion sizes by weight, and how to adjust as your puppy grows.

Identify harmful and low-quality ingredients commonly found in dog food. Learn which fillers, preservatives, and additives to avoid when choosing food for your dog.

A step-by-step guide to transitioning your dog to a new food. Learn the ideal 7-10 day schedule and how to handle digestive issues during the switch.

Help your overweight dog reach a healthy weight safely. Includes calorie calculations, exercise tips, and a step-by-step weight loss plan approved by veterinarians.

Learn how to identify food allergies in dogs, the most common allergens, and how elimination diets work. Find the right hypoallergenic food for your dog.

Everything you need to know before starting your dog on a raw diet. Covers benefits, risks, how to balance meals, and safe handling practices.

Nutritional needs change as dogs age. Learn how to adjust your senior dog's diet for joint health, weight management, organ support, and overall vitality.

Decode the information on dog food packaging. Understand ingredient lists, guaranteed analysis, AAFCO statements, and marketing claims versus reality.

Five veterinarian-reviewed homemade dog food recipes with complete ingredient lists and preparation instructions. Includes a supplement guide for nutritional balance.

Treats can secretly add hundreds of calories to your dog's diet. Learn the 10 percent rule, calorie counts of popular treats, and healthier alternatives.

The truth about grain-free dog food, including the FDA investigation into a potential link to heart disease. Learn whether your dog actually needs a grain-free diet.

Dogs' calorie needs change with the seasons. Learn how to adjust portions, hydration, and food choices for hot summers and cold winters.