5 tricks to help clients develop healthy treat-giving habitsDecember 13, 2024From early client education during puppy visits to personalized plans for overweight dogs, this article offers five practical tips to help clients balance bonding with better nutrition.
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Advise clients 'durable' treats are not worth the risk of tooth fractures, tissue injuriesJuly 19, 2024A long-lasting treat that allows for less trips to the pet store or fewer online orders may be causing harm to the teeth and jaws.
Old Mother Hubbard, Loop to create reusable pet food packagingJune 13, 2019Old Mother Hubbard is offering dog owners an additional way to reduce pet food packaging with its new partnership with Loop. The all-natural dog treats company will work with Loop to design and create reusable containers for its treats, allowing owners to get a replenished shipment without wasted packaging. "WellPet was the first U.S.-based pet food company with a recycling program for wellness pet food packaging, which is recycled into everything from lawn chairs to playground equipment," says Greg Kean, vice-president of innovation and product development at WellPet, maker of Old Mother Hubbard all-natural dog treats. "Our brand Old Mother Hubbard, which has 90 years' experience in baking authentic, small batch, all-natural dog treats from time honored recipes, will be one of the first pet food brands to collaborate with Loop. "We are doing this through a refillable treats jar so pet parents can embrace the fun of snack time and delight their pets in a more sustainable way. Our partnership with Loop reinforces the fact that our customers share our commitment to making the world around us greener." Loop provides commonly used products in customized, brand-specific packaging that is delivered in a reusable shipping tote. When the product …
Foreign body ingestion in pets especially high during the Super BowlJanuary 31, 2019A pet insurance provider is encouraging veterinarians to remind owners to be mindful of what their pets are consuming during Super Bowl celebrations.
Six tips to keep pets safe during the holidaysDecember 5, 2018To ensure pets remain healthy and safe during the holidays, Leni Kaplan, DVM, MS, from Cornell University’s (CU’s) College of Veterinary Medicine, shares six tips for veterinarians to pass along to clients.
Petco banning artificial ingredients in the food it sellsNovember 13, 2018Petco will become the first major pet food retailer to stop selling food and treats containing artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives for dogs and cats starting in January.
Royal Canin launches functional treat lineMay 23, 2016Pet food manufacturer Royal Canin today introduced a line of 10 veterinary-exclusive treats for cats and dogs consuming therapeutic diets.
9 years in, jerky mystery remains unsolvedMay 18, 2016Have jerky treats sickened or killed thousands of American dogs since 2007? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration still doesn’t know.
