The Sustainable Pet Blog
Evidence-based guides on dog nutrition, food allergies, and sustainable pet care.
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Can Dogs Thrive on a Plant-Based Diet? The Science Behind Sustainable Pet Nutrition
Can Dogs Thrive on a Plant-Based Diet? The Science Behind Sustainable Pet Nutrition If you're considering switching your dog to a plant-based…
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From Scraps to Science: The Human-Driven Evolution of Dog Nutrition
Dog diet evolution tracks human agricultural development. Canine nutrition adapted from ancestral wolf diets to commercial pet food, often using industry by-products.…
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From Horse Meat to Plant-Based: The Surprising Evolution of Dog Food
In recent years, pet owners have become increasingly conscious about their dogs' nutrition. Many now opt for premium, organic, or even…
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Veterinarian FAQ with Petaluma’s formulator, Dr. Blake Hawley
Dr. Hawley is a veterinarian with over 25 years of experience developing scientific diets and pharmaceutical delivery products for pets. He serves…
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Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) in Dogs: Updated Information & Nutrition Guidance
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a serious but rare disease of the heart muscle that can have life-threatening consequences. While the causes of…
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The Sunshine Vitamin for Dogs: The Role of Vitamin D in Meat-Free Dog Food
Lichens - a symbiotic organism with both fungi and algae cells - have emerged as a source of vegan vitamin D3. …
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Understanding AAFCO: Guiding the pet food industry, not certifying it
AAFCO plays a crucial role in regulating and guiding the pet food industry, ensuring that pet food products meet certain nutritional standards…
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Achieving a healthy omega-3 to omega-6 balance in plant-based dog food
In this article, we will explore the importance of maintaining a healthy omega-3 to omega-6 ratio in a dog's diet and how…
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Frequently asked questions about plant-based dog nutrition
Switching your dog’s food can be a big decision - will your dog like the new food? Is this formula appropriate…
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Plant-Based Puppy Food: Understanding Growth Stage Nutrition Requirement
Quick Answer Plant-based puppy foods face unique formulation challenges. Growth-stage diets require specific calcium-phosphorus ratios (3g vs 1.25g calcium per 1000 kcal),…
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The trend of plant-based has gone to the dogs
Over the past few years, there has been a growing trend towards vegetarian and vegan dog food as more and more…
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What does it mean to be an omnivore?
An omnivore is an animal that eats both plant and animal matter. Omnivores are adapted to obtain nutrients from a wide variety…
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