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Nutrition

Your dog needs more than food to ensure health and well-being. We’ll cover the basics from choosing dog food to understanding ingredients to explaining whether or not that bone your dog is chewing on is safe.

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Dog Nutrition

How to Find the Right Dog Food

Consult our dog food guidelines for an overview of which ingredients you should expect to find in high-quality dog food, and which dog food...
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Dog Nutrition

The Health Risks of Obesity in Dogs

Learn how to determine whether your dog is overweight, what the consequences of obesity can be, and what you can do about it.
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Dog Nutrition

How to Properly Feed Your Dog

Feed your dog properly using these guidelines for how much, what kind, and how often. We discuss wet vs. dry, what to avoid, and phasing a puppy to...
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Dog Nutrition

Dog Food Ingredients Glossary

Know what's in your dog's food? Our Dog Food Ingredients Glossary breaks down some of the most common ingredients to help you make informed choices.
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Dog Safety

Are Rawhide Chew Toys Safe For My Dog?

Learn what you need to know about about the safety of rawhide chew toys and treats for dogs, so you can make the best decisions for your pet’s well...
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Dog Safety

How to Keep Your Dog Safe on Halloween

Understand how to keep your dog safe on Halloween with advice from the dog experts at Orvis. Learn answers to common questions about dogs and...
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Dog Nutrition

Are Real Bones Good For Dogs?

Find out whether real bones are good for dogs and learn about the related dangers. Get the facts, and know which bones are safe and which ones can be...
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Older Dogs

Diet & Nutrition For Older Dogs

Get the facts about proper nutrition for older dogs, including dietary advice, giving supplements, and the best treats for a senior dog.
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Older Dogs

Dental Care for Older Dogs

Take good care of your older dog's teeth following these dental hygiene guidelines and training tips for tooth brushing. Regular care keeps his mouth...
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Dog Nutrition

Dry Dog Food Versus Canned Dog Food

Although dry and canned dog foods contain similar ingredients, the nutritional values of each are not the same. Learn more about how dry dog food is...
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Dog Safety

Why Dogs Can’t Have Chocolate

Understanding why your dog can’t have chocolate, and knowing what to do if they accidentally ingest it, can potentially help save your pal’s life.

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