Choosing the right food for your pet

Choosing the right food for your pet As a pet parent, making sure we cater for all of our fur kid’s needs is not always an easy task. Some of their needs are straightforward – like giving them plenty of playtime! But when it comes to determining the right diet, choosing a dog or cat […]

Are breed specific diets just marketing tools?

Are breed specific diets just marketing tools? It is true that specific breeds of cats and dogs are more susceptible to certain health conditions. Labradors are prone to becoming overweight, Dalmations are prone to bladder stones, Miniature Schnauzers tend to have higher cholesterol and fat levels in their blood, Maine Coons are prone to heart […]

Feeding your Golden Oldie!

Feeding your Golden Oldie! There is no perfect diet that fits the needs of every dog, and this is especially true as they enter into their golden years. Because although age is not a disease, we do unfortunately know that one sees more disease processes with aging. And because nutrition plays such a vital role […]

Understanding The Importance Of Omega 3 & 6

Understanding the importance of Omega 3 & 6 and how they differ The terms Omega 3 and 6 can be seen everywhere nowadays, including on a lot of pet food packaging. But what are they? What functions do they have in your dog’s metabolism? And how important are they for your pet’s health? What are […]

Breed Specific Pet Nutrition

Breed specific pet nutrition You may ask yourself, why are there different diets for specific breeds, what makes them special? Well just like the different breeds themselves have certain characteristics, traits and unique sensitivities so do the ROYAL CANIN® breed specific diets. No two dog breeds are the same and no two foods are the […]

Treating Osteoarthritis Arthritis In Pets

Treating Osteoarthritis Arthritis in pets There are many treatment options and suggestions for treating Osteoarthritis (OA) in pets and in this short article we will focus on what OA is and the basics of treating it. What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a chronic, painful, degenerative, and inflammatory disease that affects joints and ultimately leads to […]

Back To Basics – Part 2

Back to Basics – Part 2: How to choose the right diet for your pet An apple a day keeps the doctor away … and feeding your pet correctly can keep the vet away too! The tricky part is choosing the right diet for your pet with so many options on the market. Here are […]

Gastrointestinal Upsets In Pets

Gastrointestinal upsets in pets – when to self-medicate and when to go to your vet An upset stomach is one of the most common reasons for pets, esp dogs, to visit their veterinarian. However, not all gastrointestinal problems in pets are alike. While many digestive issues appear similar, there are actually many different causes and […]