The Sustainable Pet Blog
Evidence-based guides on dog nutrition, food allergies, and sustainable pet care.
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Senior Dogs With Food Allergies: A Plant-Based Approach to Aging With Sensitivities
Beef, dairy, and chicken account for the majority of confirmed food allergies in dogs. A plant-based diet avoids them all by design.…
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Petaluma Senior vs. V-Dog Kind Kibble: Which Plant-Based Food Is Best for Senior Dogs?
V-Dog has been making plant-based dog food since 2005 — they helped establish the category. For dogs in their adult years, V-Dog…
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Petaluma Senior vs. Halo Holistic Vegan: Which Plant-Based Food Is Best for Senior Dogs?
Halo Holistic Vegan is a solid plant-based food for adult dogs. But Halo's senior recipes — which include glucosamine and DHA —…
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Petaluma Senior vs. Wild Earth Performance: Which Plant-Based Food Is Best for Senior Dogs?
Wild Earth Performance is built for active adult dogs. Petaluma's Senior Baked Recipe is built for aging dogs — with 3x the…
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Omega-3 for Dogs' Skin and Coat: A Senior-Dog Guide
Senior dogs lose coat shine and develop dry, flaky skin as sebum production and follicle cycling slow. Omega-3 fatty acids, especially preformed…
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How Much to Feed a Senior Dog: Chart & Calorie Guide
Nearly 60% of US dogs are overweight, yet only 17% of owners recognize it. This vet-informed guide walks through senior dog calorie…
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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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Canine Cognitive Dysfunction in Senior Dogs: Signs, Causes, and Nutrition That Helps
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction in Senior Dogs: Signs, Causes, and Nutrition That Helps Your 13-year-old rescue pup stands in the corner of the…
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Joint Supplements for Senior Dogs: What the Evidence Actually Shows
An evidence-based look at the three nutrients with the strongest research support for canine arthritis (omega-3 DHA/EPA, glucosamine, and curcumin) and how…
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Adult vs. Senior Dog Food: Which Formula Is Right for Your Dog?
Adult and senior dog foods differ mainly in calories, fat, and a few nutrients that support aging joints and brains. When to…
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Best Plant-Based Dog Food for Senior Dogs
Pet parents with aging dogs are often asking the same question: what does my dog actually need from their food now, and…
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Senior Dog Weight Management: How Much Should Your Dog Really Weigh?
If you've ever looked at your aging dog and thought, "they've just filled out a little," you're not alone. The Association for…
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