Blog: Pet Nutrition & Wellness

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Hotspots Explained: How to treat hotspots in pets

As summer is now here pet owners are enjoying the warmer weather. With this warmer weather come a number of common issues for dog owners, one of these are known as “hotspots”. The techinacal name for them is “Pyotraumatic Dermatitis” which means very little unless you are a dermatologist. What...

German Shepherd running into a lake

Swimming Safety for Dogs

Swimming is a fun summer activity for both people and their pets. Like with all things we love there are some safety tips to consider! Here are some safety swimming tips for your pups: 1. Always know the area you and your pet are swimming in. If the area is...

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Tips for Keeping your Pet Hydrated

We all know that summer is not the longest season of the year in the maritimes. Our furry friends are also aware of this, although unable to help themselves cool down during these few hot days. You might need to get creative to make sure you keep your pet hydrated....

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Top 5 Summer Hazards for Pets

Written by Meghan Green HEAT Dogs are not be able to tolerate even a short walk during the hottest days of the summer. On those very hot days keep your furry friends inside with a lot of water and a fan to keep them cool. Danger signs of heat stroke...