Some Facts About Pets and Their Skin
Here at Addiction Pet Foods, we take skin and coat stuff seriously. Very seriously. We spend a good deal of our time formulating foods and treats to help our animal friends improve the condition of their lives, starting with the skin and coat. This month we want to...
Dogs and Cats Pet Food Allergies
Dogs and cats can develop food allergies just like people. They, unlike people, cannot share crucial information for accurate diagnosis. Therefore, with the help of a veterinarian, pet owners have to systematically rule out all other health issues before settling on...
Itchy and Scratchy
Now that we covered some of the basics about skin, let’s talk about itching and scratching a bit. There are several reasons why dogs and cats itch and scratch. They can be classified into four main categories. ‘Generalized itching’ occurs when there is regular...
Why Does My Dog Get Ear Infections
Dogs get ear infections for lots of reasons. Some dogs with floppy ears are just prone to more ear infections, like spaniels and hounds. Dogs who spend time in water can get moisture trapped underneath their ears which can cause ear infections. But did you know that...
Breed Spotlight – Boxers
B oxers rank as the 7th most popular dog in the United States, according to the AKC. It’s not surprising that these charming dogs rank so high. They love children, are incredibly patient and make wonderful family members. Adding a Boxer To Your Family. Boxers...
Keep Your Pet Safe In Summer
no matter where you are in the world, if you’re experiencing hot weather, we’d like to remind you of a few things to keep your pets safe in summer. The pavement is often 20 degrees hotter than the air temperature. Yesterday in Seattle, it was 87 degrees....
How to Solve your Dog’s Greasy Coat
When you pet your dog, does your hand come away smelling badly and feeling oily? Does your dog make his presence known in a room by the smell emanating from his coat? A greasy coat or a smelly coat is most often a sign of food allergies or food intolerances. If...
Why Does My Dog Chew On His Paws?
One of the most common signs of a food intolerance in dogs, is chewing on their paws. Dogs can also chew their paws if there is an issue with their nails and sometimes dogs will do it from excessive boredom, but most of the time their diet is the reason. Tis The...
Is Kangaroo Right For Your Dog?
Itching, scratching, patches of hair missing, digestive upset, recurrent ear infections, oily fur, chewing on paws..what do all of these have in common? They all can be signs of a food allergy or a food intolerance. If you suspect your dog has a food allergy, one of...
Is Your Dog Fat?
Okay, let’s get started on some lists. The first one we’ll start with is usually the most common resolution for the new year….losing weight. We have a great article on how to tell if your pet is overweight, why it’s important and what you can...
