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Frequently Asked Questions About Dog Nutrition
Why does my dog need to have a nutritionally balanced diet?
Dogs require a minimum of 39 nutrients, all in the correct proportion, to maintain their health. These nutrients include amino acids, fats, vitamins and minerals. The nutrients must be in a form that can be used by dogs. The food containing these nutrients must also be palatable so …Read more »
Latest articles on dogs
Teach Your Dog to Stand/Stay
Proper application of a flea/tick preventative is important to its overall effectiveness, but as we Pet Parents know, keeping your dog still while you're applying it can be challenging. To help make this process easier on you and your dog, teach him to “Stand/Stay.” This simply means that the dog is standing on all fours and staying still or not moving his feet. First …Read more »
What Does Organic Mean and other FAQs About Organic Pet Food
Considering feeding your pet an organic diet? Here are the answers to some commonly asked questions about organic pet foods: WHY SHOULD DOG AND CAT PARENTS CHOOSE ORGANIC FOOD AND TREATS? REASON #1: SAFETY Feeding organic takes pet food and treat safety to a whole new level. Organic pet foods and treats are certified and have gone through a regulatory certification process that …Read more »
What Is An Abscess?
GENERAL DESCRIPTION A localized area of infection that generally looks like a lump or bump and contains pus. SOURCE & CAUSE(S) Abscesses generally form as the result of trauma to the skin and are most commonly the result of a cat or dog fight where the incidence of a puncture wound is high. Abscesses will form when the body detects bacteria or a …Read more »
Latest articles on cats
Feline furloughs with friends: the purrfect place to stay while you’re away
Day or night, we're there for your cat You're not the only one who gets vacations. For those times when you need to be away from your friend, PetSmart PetsHotel® offers two great options: Cat Day Care or an overnight stay. A night away: PetSmart PetsHotel PetSmart PetsHotel is your dream come true. It’s a home away from home where you can …Read more »
Purrfectly healthy and happy: the importance of grooming and veterinary care for your cat
Beauty is more than fur deep Grooming goes far beyond a great hairdo, it's essential for your cat's health. Bathing, brushing her teeth and keeping her coat clean and mat-free help prevent health issues and detect problems, like gum disease or parasites, that might otherwise go unnoticed. Cats are naturally designed to conceal signs of sickness in the wild. In the …Read more »
Pet and parent bonding: training, toys, and treats for your cat
Learning the ropes Imagine you just became the newest member of an established family in a foreign country. You don’t speak the language or know how to act. This is how it is for your new cat. She really wants to know what to do, or not do, so she can get past the formalities and down to the important business …Read more »
