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Nutrition

What to feed your pet for optimal health

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Ultra Processed Pet Food Canine Upf Problem

The evidence that ultra-processed foods drive poor health outcomes in humans has become difficult to ignore. Large cohort studies associate high UPF…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Fish with white spots covering body and fins, showing signs of ich disease", "es": "Pez cubierto de puntos blancos en el cuerpo y aletas, signos de enfermedad ich", "fr": "Poisson couvert de petits points blancs sur le corps et les nageoires, sympt\u00f4mes d'ich", "de": "Fisch mit wei\u00dfen Flecken auf K\u00f6rper und Flossen, Symptome der Wei\u00dfp\u00fcnktchenkrankheit", "nl": "Vis bedekt met witte stippen op lichaam en vinnen, tekenen van witpuntziekte", "pt": "Peixe coberto de pontos brancos no corpo e nas nadadeiras, sinais de doen\u00e7a ich", "it": "Pesce coperto di piccoli puntini bianchi su corpo e pinne, sintomi della malattia dei puntini bianchi"}$

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Ich (White Spot Disease) in Fish: Treatment & Prevention

White spot disease — ich — is the most common fish disease in the hobby, and it kills more pet fish than any other single pathogen. The reason…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Senior dog with hair loss and distended abdomen showing signs of Cushing's disease, illustrating common symptoms of hyperadrenocorticism", "es": "Perro mayor con p\u00e9rdida de pelo y abdomen distendido mostrando signos de enfermedad de Cushing e hiperadenocorticismo", "fr": "Chien senior avec perte de poils et abdomen distendu pr\u00e9sentant les sympt\u00f4mes de la maladie de Cushing et hyperadr\u00e9nocorticisme", "de": "\u00c4lterer Hund mit Haarausfall und aufgebl\u00e4htem Bauch zeigt Symptome der Cushing-Krankheit und Hyperadrenokortizismus", "nl": "Oudere hond met haaruitval en opgeblazen buik die symptomen van Cushing-ziekte en hyperadrenocorticisme vertoont", "pt": "C\u00e3o idoso com perda de pelos e abd\u00f4men distendido mostrando sintomas da doen\u00e7a de Cushing e hiperadrenocorticismo", "it": "Cane anziano con perdita di pelo e addome disteso che mostra i sintomi della sindrome di Cushing e iperadrenocorticismo"}$

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Cushings Disease Dogs Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Options

Cushing's disease, known medically as hyperadrenocorticism, occurs when a dog's body produces excessive amounts of cortisol — the primary stress…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Raw Dog Food Brands Compared: Safety, Nutrition & Value

Raw dog food is one of the most polarizing topics in companion animal nutrition. Advocates cite shinier coats, smaller stools, and better energy.…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Dog Raw Diet Pros Cons

Raw feeding for dogs — often referred to as BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food or Bones and Raw Food) — involves feeding dogs uncooked meat,…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Close-up of cat's ear showing redness and irritation from ear mite infection", "es": "Primer plano de la oreja de un gato mostrando enrojecimiento e irritaci\u00f3n por \u00e1caros", "fr": "Gros plan de l'oreille d'un chat montrant rougeur et irritation caus\u00e9e par les acariens", "de": "Nahaufnahme des Ohrs einer Katze mit R\u00f6tung und Reizung durch Ohrmilbenbefall", "nl": "Close-up van het oor van een kat met roodheid en irritatie van oormijten", "pt": "Detalhes da orelha de gato com vermelhid\u00e3o e irrita\u00e7\u00e3o causada por \u00e1caros", "it": "Primo piano dell'orecchio del gatto con arrossamento e irritazione da acari auricolari"}$

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Cat Ear Mites Treatment

Otodectes cynotis is the species responsible for the vast majority of ear mite infestations in cats across Europe. These tiny, eight-legged parasites…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Dog with circular patches of hair loss and skin inflammation showing signs of ringworm fungal infection", "es": "Perro con parches circulares de p\u00e9rdida de pelo e inflamaci\u00f3n de la piel por infecci\u00f3n f\u00fangica de ti\u00f1a", "fr": "Chien pr\u00e9sentant des plaques circulaires de perte de poils et d'inflammation cutan\u00e9e dues \u00e0 une infection de teigne", "de": "Hund mit kreisf\u00f6rmigen Haarausfallstellen und Hautentz\u00fcndung durch Pilzinfektionen wie Ringelflechte", "nl": "Hond met ronde kale plekken en huidontsteking veroorzaakt door schimmelinfectie ringworm", "pt": "C\u00e3o com manchas circulares de perda de pelos e inflama\u00e7\u00e3o da pele causadas por infec\u00e7\u00e3o f\u00fangica de micose", "it": "Cane con macchie circolari di perdita di pelo e infiammazione della pelle da infezione fungina di tigna"}$

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Dermatophytosis Pets Ringworm Treatment Protocols

Despite its misleading name, ringworm has nothing to do with worms. Dermatophytosis is a fungal infection caused by a group of keratinophilic organisms…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Dog and cat with tick prevention products including spot-on treatment, collar, and oral medication displayed", "es": "Perro y gato con productos de prevenci\u00f3n de garrapatas incluyendo pipeta, collar y tratamiento oral", "fr": "Chien et chat avec produits anti-tiques incluant pipette spot-on, collier et traitement oral", "de": "Hund und Katze mit Zeckenpr\u00e4vention Produkten einschlie\u00dflich Spot-on, Halsband und oraler Behandlung", "nl": "Hond en kat met tekenpreventieproducten inclusief spot-on, halsband en orale behandeling", "pt": "Cachorro e gato com produtos de preven\u00e7\u00e3o de carrapatos incluindo pipeta, coleira e tratamento oral", "it": "Cane e gatto con prodotti di prevenzione delle zecche inclusi spot-on, collare e trattamento orale"}$

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Tick Prevention Dogs Cats Spot Ons Collars Oral Treatments Compared

Ticks are not merely unpleasant to find on your pet — they are efficient vectors of serious disease. In the United Kingdom and across Europe, ticks can…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Dog scratching due to flea infestation, showing itching and discomfort on fur", "es": "Perro rasc\u00e1ndose por infestaci\u00f3n de pulgas, mostrando picaz\u00f3n e incomodidad", "fr": "Chien se grattant en raison d'une infestation de puces, montrant d\u00e9mangeaisons", "de": "Hund kratzt sich wegen Flohbefall und zeigt Juckreiz und Unbehagen im Fell", "nl": "Hond krabt zich vanwege vlooinfestation, toont jeuk en ongemak in vacht", "pt": "C\u00e3o co\u00e7ando-se por infesta\u00e7\u00e3o de pulgas, mostrando coceira e desconforto", "it": "Cane che si gratta a causa di infestazione da pulci, mostra prurito e disagio"}$

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Flea Treatment for Dogs: Every Option Compared (Spot-on, Collar, Oral)

Fleas are more than just an itchy inconvenience. A single adult flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, meaning a light infestation can explode into a household crisis within weeks. For dogs, repeated flea bites can trigger allergic dermatitis, transmit tapeworms, and — particularly in puppies or smalle…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Brown rabbit eating a fresh red apple slice on a white background", "es": "Conejo marr\u00f3n comiendo un trozo de manzana roja fresca sobre fondo blanco", "fr": "Lapin brun mangeant une tranche de pomme rouge fra\u00eeche sur fond blanc", "de": "Braunes Kaninchen isst ein frisches rotes Apfelst\u00fcck auf wei\u00dfem Hintergrund", "nl": "Bruin konijn eet een vers rood appelschijfje op witte achtergrond", "pt": "Coelho marrom comendo uma fatia de ma\u00e7\u00e3 vermelha fresca em fundo branco", "it": "Coniglio marrone che mangia una fetta di mela rossa fresca su sfondo bianco"}$

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Can Rabbits Eat Apples? Safety Guide

Apples are one of the most common fruits people want to share with their pet rabbits, and the good news is that this sweet fruit is generally safe — as…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Dog undergoing ultrasound examination for bladder stone diagnosis and urinary tract assessment", "es": "Perro sometido a ecograf\u00eda para diagn\u00f3stico de c\u00e1lculos vesicales y evaluaci\u00f3n del tracto urinario", "fr": "Chien examin\u00e9 par \u00e9chographie pour diagnostiquer les calculs v\u00e9sicaux et \u00e9valuer les voies urinaires", "de": "Hund wird per Ultraschall auf Blasensteine untersucht und das Harnsystem beurteilt", "nl": "Hond onderzocht met ultrasound voor diagnose van blaassteentjes en urinewegevaluatie", "pt": "C\u00e3o submetido a ultrassom para diagn\u00f3stico de c\u00e1lculos vesicais e avalia\u00e7\u00e3o do trato urin\u00e1rio", "it": "Cane sottoposto a ecografia per diagnosticare calcoli vescicali e valutare le vie urinarie"}$

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Dog Bladder Stones Treatment

Bladder stones, medically known as uroliths or urolithiasis, are hard mineral deposits that form in a dog's urinary bladder. They can range in size…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Dog eating sustainable insect-based kibble from bowl, showcasing hypoallergenic protein alternative", "es": "Perro comiendo croquetas de prote\u00edna de insectos en un cuenco, mostrando alternativa hipoalerg\u00e9nica", "fr": "Chien mangeant des croquettes \u00e0 base de prot\u00e9ines d'insectes dans un bol, alternative hypoallerg\u00e9nique", "de": "Hund frisst insektenbasierte Kroketten aus einer Sch\u00fcssel, hypoallergene Proteinquelle", "nl": "Hond eet insectengebaseerde droogvoeding uit een kom, duurzaam hypoallergeen alternatief", "pt": "C\u00e3o comendo ra\u00e7\u00e3o \u00e0 base de prote\u00edna de insetos em tigela, alternativa hipoalerg\u00eanica sustent\u00e1vel", "it": "Cane che mangia crocchette a base di insetti da una ciotola, proteina ipoallergenica sostenibile"}$

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Insect Protein in Dog Food: Sustainable, Hypoallergenic & Science-Backed

If someone had told dog owners ten years ago that insects would become a legitimate — and scientifically endorsed — ingredient in premium dog food,…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Overheated dog panting heavily on pavement during hot weather, showing signs of heat stress and exhaustion", "es": "Perro sobrecalentado jadeando intensamente en pavimento durante clima caluroso, mostrando signos de estr\u00e9s por calor", "fr": "Chien surchauff\u00e9 haletant intens\u00e9ment sur le pav\u00e9 par temps chaud, montrant des signes de stress thermique", "de": "\u00dcberhitzter Hund, der stark auf dem Gehweg bei hei\u00dfem Wetter hechelt und Zeichen von Hitzestress zeigt", "nl": "Oververhitte hond die zwaar hijgt op het trottoir in warm weer en tekenen van hitstress vertoont", "pt": "C\u00e3o superaquecido ofegante intensamente no pavimento durante clima quente, mostrando sinais de estresse t\u00e9rmico", "it": "Cane surriscaldato che ansima pesantemente sul marciapiede con tempo caldo, mostrando segni di stress da calore"}$

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Dog Heatstroke Emergency Guide

Heatstroke occurs when a dog's core body temperature rises above 41°C (106°F) and the body can no longer cool itself effectively. Unlike humans, dogs…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Wet Vs Dry Dog Food Guide

Walk into any pet shop and you will find entire aisles devoted to the choice between wet and dry dog food. The sheer variety is bewildering, and the…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Cat Bad Breath Causes

A cat's breath should be relatively neutral. While it may carry a faint fishy or meaty smell after eating, persistent bad breath — known medically as…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Dog Paw Injury: Types, Home Care & When to See a Vet

A dog's paws absorb enormous mechanical stress every day — running on abrasive surfaces, tolerating extreme temperatures, and investigating potentially…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Golden retriever eating wet dog food from a ceramic bowl, showcasing premium nutrition", "es": "Golden retriever comiendo comida h\u00fameda para perros en un taz\u00f3n de cer\u00e1mica", "fr": "Golden retriever mangeant de la nourriture humide pour chien dans un bol en c\u00e9ramique", "de": "Golden Retriever frisst Nassfutter f\u00fcr Hunde aus einer Keramiksch\u00fcssel", "nl": "Golden retriever eet natvoer voor honden uit een keramische kom", "pt": "Golden retriever comendo ra\u00e7\u00e3o \u00famida em tigela de cer\u00e2mica, mostrando nutri\u00e7\u00e3o premium", "it": "Golden retriever che mangia cibo umido per cani da una ciotola in ceramica"}$

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Best Wet Dog Food 2026: Ingredient Analysis & Top Picks

Wet dog food has long been considered a premium feeding option, and for good reason. Its moisture content typically ranges between 70% and 82%,…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Orange tabby cat receiving insulin injection for diabetes management", "es": "Gato atigrado naranja recibiendo inyecci\u00f3n de insulina para el control de la diabetes", "fr": "Chat tigr\u00e9 orange recevant une injection d'insuline pour la gestion du diab\u00e8te", "de": "Orange getigerte Katze erh\u00e4lt Insulinspritze zur Diabetesbehandlung", "nl": "Oranje gestreepte kat krijgt insulinespuit voor diabetesbehandeling", "pt": "Gato laranja com diabetes recebendo inje\u00e7\u00e3o de insulina", "it": "Gatto tigrato arancione che riceve iniezione di insulina per il diabete"}$

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Diabetes In Cats Symptoms Insulin Management Diet

Diabetes mellitus in cats is considerably more common than many owners realise. It is estimated to affect between 1 in 100 and 1 in 200 cats, with…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Tortoise Diet Guide Europe

The three most commonly kept tortoise species in the UK — Hermann's tortoise (Testudo hermanni), the Spur-thighed tortoise (Testudo graeca), and the…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Pancreatitis in Dogs: Low-Fat Diet, Recovery & Prevention

Pancreatitis — inflammation of the pancreas — is one of the most common gastrointestinal emergencies in dogs. The pancreas serves two essential…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Healthy low-calorie dog treats arranged on a table with a fit dog enjoying a treat during weight management", "es": "Golosinas bajas en calor\u00edas para perros saludables dispuestas en una mesa con un perro en forma disfrutando de una durante el control de peso", "fr": "Friandises hypocaloriques saines pour chiens arrang\u00e9es sur une table avec un chien en forme savourant une friandise pendant la gestion du poids", "de": "Gesunde kalorienarme Hundeleckerlis auf einem Tisch angeordnet mit einem fitten Hund, der w\u00e4hrend der Gewichtskontrolle einen Leckerbissen genie\u00dft", "nl": "Gezonde caloriealarme hondensnacks op een tafel met een fit hondje dat een snack geniet tijdens gewichtsbeheer", "pt": "Petiscos saud\u00e1veis com baixas calorias para c\u00e3es dispostos em uma mesa com um c\u00e3o em forma desfrutando de um durante o controle de peso", "it": "Snack salutari a basso contenuto calorico per cani disposti su un tavolo con un cane in forma che gode di uno durante la gestione del peso"}$

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Best Low-Calorie Dog Treats for Weight Loss

Not all treats labeled "light" or "healthy" live up to their marketing. A genuinely low-calorie dog treat shares several nutritional characteristics:

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Medication, Radioiodine & Diet

Hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine (hormonal) disorder in older cats and one of the most frequently diagnosed conditions in feline medicine…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Healthy golden retriever with shiny, thick coat displaying optimal fur quality and shine from proper nutrition", "es": "Golden retriever saludable con pelaje brillante y espeso que muestra calidad \u00f3ptima del pelo gracias a nutrici\u00f3n adecuada", "fr": "Golden retriever en bonne sant\u00e9 avec un pelage brillant et \u00e9pais d\u00e9montrant une qualit\u00e9 optimale du poil gr\u00e2ce \u00e0 la nutrition", "de": "Gesunder Golden Retriever mit gl\u00e4nzendem, dichtem Fell, das optimale Fellqualit\u00e4t durch richtige Ern\u00e4hrung zeigt", "nl": "Gezonde golden retriever met glanzend, dicht vacht die optimale vachtkwaliteit toont door juiste voeding", "pt": "Golden retriever saud\u00e1vel com pelagem brilhante e densa exibindo qualidade ideal do pelo resultado de nutri\u00e7\u00e3o adequada", "it": "Golden retriever sano con mantello lucido e folto che mostra la qualit\u00e0 ottimale del pelo grazie alla corretta nutrizione"}$

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Dog Coat Health: The Role of Nutrition, Omega-3 & Supplements

A dog's coat is not static—it is a continuously renewed biological structure that depends on a steady supply of specific nutrients to grow correctly.…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

${"en": "Dog owner reading ingredient labels on pet food bags to identify harmful additives and unhealthy components", "es": "Due\u00f1o de perro leyendo etiquetas de ingredientes en bolsas de alimento para mascotas para identificar aditivos da\u00f1inos", "fr": "Propri\u00e9taire de chien lisant les \u00e9tiquettes d'ingr\u00e9dients sur les sacs d'aliments pour animaux de compagnie", "de": "Hundebesitzer liest Zutatenetiketten auf Tierfutterbeuteln, um sch\u00e4dliche Zusatzstoffe zu identifizieren", "nl": "Hondeneigenaar leest ingredi\u00ebntenetiketten op zakken hondenvoer om schadelijke toevoegingen te identificeren", "pt": "Dono de c\u00e3o lendo r\u00f3tulos de ingredientes em sacos de ra\u00e7\u00e3o para identificar aditivos nocivos", "it": "Proprietario di cane legge le etichette degli ingredienti sui sacchi di cibo per animali domestici"}$

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Dog Food Ingredients to Avoid: The Definitive Blacklist

Walk down the pet food aisle of any supermarket and you will find bags plastered with images of fresh chicken, vibrant vegetables, and reassuring claims like "natural" and "wholesome." Flip the bag over and read the ingredient list, however, and the picture often changes dramatically. Artificial pre…

Julia WrenfieldJuly 2, 2026

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