A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
When we purchase food for our family we think about the quality, the ingredients, and the benefits to our health. Why should our pets be any different? Due to food allergies many pet parents choose grain free foods for their dogs, but the benefits from grain free food aren’t limited to dogs with allergies. What should be in our dog’s […]
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Everyone is susceptible to kidney stones, including our beloved canines. We all know how painful kidney stones and urinary tract infections are in humans, and can only imagine a similar pain dogs experience and how much vet bills cost. Understanding Kidney Stones Firstly, it is important to understand what kidney stones are, how they grow, the different types, as well […]
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Do you have a new pup, or a pup at home that you’d like to get closer to? Bonding with your pup is one of the most rewarding aspects of being a pet parent! To help you and your pup get closer, here are 6 tips and tricks you can use to bond with them! 1. One-on-One Time […]
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The reasons for dog weight gain are not always at the owner’s fault, it could be due to a medical condition, which is why it is important to always consult with your vet before making any change to your dog’s diet or exercise routine. Here are some steps to follow if you think your dog is overweight: 1. Determine whether […]
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Cat’s stomachs are not as strong as ours, and their bodies are not meant to eat everything that is available to them. It is important for pet owners to ensure their pet is eating foods that are good for them. Here are five things that your cat should avoid eating at all costs. 1. Xylitol Xylitol is an artificial sweetener […]
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When adopting a new animal, you may not know all of the right things to feed it. It’s important to know that just like humans, dogs and cats are allergic to some human foods. Be cautious when giving your dog or cat any type of human foods especially the ones that are poisonous to dogs. According to Ashley Forti, BVMS, […]
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Reading the label of your dog’s food can feel useless, as the ingredient list may seem like a foreign language. One of the first things to remember is that a stamp of approval from the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) on your dog’s food bag does not necessarily mean it’s a healthy brand. Many generic brands of dog […]
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When was the last time you went out to eat and wished the restaurant had a treat for you to take home to your dog? If you are a dog lover like me, odds are you find yourself wanting to bring a treat home for your dogs whenever you are out! Or, you may want to enjoy eating with your dog […]
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As a pet parent, giving your dog healthy treats can keep them happy while helping them live a long life. While I’ve never made treats for my dogs, the idea seems fun! I recently purchased treats from Petco and it made me think maybe I can make my own or even sell some to friends that have dogs as a […]
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We often come across articles that tell us what to feed our pets. Either an ingredient in the foods we give our pets is bad or the food doesn’t contain enough of a specific ingredient necessary for our pet’s health. We are often encouraged to switch to an expensive brand as a “healthier option.” But how can you determine what pet […]
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