The Sustainable Pet Blog
Evidence-based guides on dog nutrition, food allergies, and sustainable pet care.
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How Long Does It Take a Dog to Digest Food? A Science-Backed Timeline
You feed your dog breakfast, and a couple of hours later they are eyeing your sandwich like they never ate at all.…
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Bilious Vomiting Syndrome in Dogs: Why Your Dog Throws Up Yellow Bile in the Morning
A puddle of yellow foam before breakfast, and a dog who is otherwise bouncing around. That pattern has a name, and for…
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Why Is My Dog Scooting? Anal Glands and the Fiber Fix
Dog scooting usually means full anal glands. How dietary fiber firms the stool to help them empty naturally, the best high-fiber foods,…
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Best Dog Food for Dogs with IBD or Chronic Diarrhea: What the Science Supports
Chronic GI symptoms in dogs respond to diet. Here is the evidence-based 2026 guide to the best dog foods for IBD and…
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Pancreatitis in Dogs: Signs, Diet & Vet Guide
Pancreatitis in dogs is far more common than most owners realize — one post-mortem study found 34% of dogs had chronic pancreatitis…
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Senior Dog Constipation: Fiber, Pumpkin & Relief Tips
Older dogs often slow down in more ways than one. Here's a vet-informed guide to recognizing senior dog constipation, using fiber and…
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Pancreatitis in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes & Nutrition Guide
Pancreatitis is one of the more common — and commonly misunderstood — gastrointestinal conditions in dogs. It can range from a single,…
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Can a Plant-Based Diet Help Dogs with IBD? What the Science Says
If your dog has been diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease, you've probably already been told that diet is the most important lever…
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Fibermaxxing for Dogs: What the Trend Gets Right About Canine Nutrition
Quick Answer "Fibermaxxing" — the trend of deliberately maximizing dietary fiber — is one of the rare social media nutrition trends that…
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New Research Maps the Dog Gut Microbiome—Implications for Canine Nutrition
Quick Summary: A landmark study from the Waltham Petcare Science Institute has created the most comprehensive catalog of the canine gut microbiome…
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Nurturing Gut Health in Dogs with Plant-Powered Nutrition
As responsible dog parents, we already know that frequent exercise, proper nutrition, and annual vet visits are integral to maintaining your dog's overall…
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The benefits of fiber and probiotics for senior dogs
As our furry friends age, their nutritional needs change. One area that requires particular attention is their digestive health. Many dogs have…
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