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Bone Broth for Dogs and Cats
The Perfect Cold-Weather Soup As soon as fall’s crisp days arrive and all through cold winters into chilly springs there is a large kettle of bone broth simmering on the back burner of my stove. The pot radiates some cozy kitchen warmth, my home smells yummy and most importantly I am creating a delicious and
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November is National Senior Pet Month
When are Pets Considered Seniors? Is your dog 7 years old or older? That’s the magic number for determining senior status in most dogs. Smaller breeds aren’t considered golden oldies until they are 10 years old while the giant breeds hit senior status at age 6. Cats are seniors from age 10 – 14 years
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The Northwest Naturals Difference
Feed Your Pets the Very Best, Because They Give Us Their Very Best Everyday Pets aren’t just pets. Your dog or cat is a member of your family. You want the very best for each and every member of your family. And that extends right down to the food they eat every day. Mass produced
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Green-Lipped Mussels, Your Pet’s New Best Friend
The Merits of the Green-Lipped Mussel Now, before you dismiss me as socially challenged, I’ll admit that the New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussel may not be everyone’s idea of a perfect pal. However, this amazing shellfish has so many sterling qualities that after you read this article you may be tempted to befriend him, too. Born
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Tips on How to Boost Your Pet’s Health with Raw Bones
Throughout history, pet owners have been reaping the benefits of raw bones as a staple of their dog’s diet. To Gnaw or Not to Gnaw: that is the question: Whether ‘tis safer for the stomach to digest the bits of grit from a very big bone, Perhaps, forsooth, to lose a tooth or tearfully eschew
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Dog Days of Summer – Protect Your Pet in the Heat
Tips for Pet Pawrents Heat wave! This summer has been no joke. The temperatures have soared, and it looks like they’re stuck up there. With this increased heat and sun exposure, your pets are likely feeling the effects. But what are we to do? Dogs need to go outside to do their business, love to
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Make a Happy Home for Your Pets – Returning to Work
Adjusting to Life on Their Own at Home – After COVID After months of being at home all day every day with your best friend, your pet’s state of bliss may be about to come to an end. Sheltering in place might have been frustrating for us humans, but our pets thought it was just
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National Best Friends Day
When the Rest of the World Celebrates What We Pet Parents Already Know June 8th is National Best Friends Day. Pet owners live “best friends day” every day. Our furry, feathered, fishy (scaly, etc.) friends hold a special place in our lives, and our hearts. In early June, the rest of the world joins us
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Boredom Setting In?
Are You So Bored Your Pets Are Too? Life is a bit different these days. While we hope it will revert to normal soon, for now we can enjoy the extra time at home with our pets. You might feel “stuck at home” verses “safe at home”, or that you have “nothing to do” versus
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How to Find a Reputable Boarding Facility for Your Dog
Finding the Right Place to Care for Your Dog Means Truly Relaxing on Your Vacation Leave your beloved four-legged friend with in the wrong hands and the only trip you’re headed on is a guilt trip. Our dogs are our family. We choose the best foods, buy only the right toys, and we don’t just
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