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Food, health and the everyday moments that bring us closer. Practical knowledge for life with cats and dogs, from the PARTNER Editorial Team.

Dog Care

A Microchip Needs a Current Registration, Too

Implanting a microchip is only the first step. Check the registry, contact details and scan record so a found pet can be connected with you.

A Microchip Needs a Current Registration, Too

Implanting a microchip is only the first step. Check the registry, contact details and scan record so a found pet can be connected with you.

Before Changing Food for a Dog Taking Potassium Bromide

For a dog taking potassium bromide, a diet change can affect more than the bowl. Check with the prescriber before changing food, treats or salty extras.

Before Changing Food for a Dog Taking Potassium Bromide

For a dog taking potassium bromide, a diet change can affect more than the bowl. Check with the prescriber before changing food, treats or salty extras.

Urate Stones in Dogs: Ask About Purines, Not Just Protein

Urate-stone feeding needs a stone-specific veterinary plan. A crude-protein percentage or a meat name cannot confirm a suitable low-purine diet.

Urate Stones in Dogs: Ask About Purines, Not Just Protein

Urate-stone feeding needs a stone-specific veterinary plan. A crude-protein percentage or a meat name cannot confirm a suitable low-purine diet.

The Next Bag Looks Different: Check What Actually Changed

A new bag design does not explain whether a recipe changed. Compare the labels, save the lot details and ask a question tied to the food you received.

The Next Bag Looks Different: Check What Actually Changed

A new bag design does not explain whether a recipe changed. Compare the labels, save the lot details and ask a question tied to the food you received.

Reporting a Suspected Pet Food Problem: Build a Clear Record

A suspected food problem needs clear product details and a timeline. Learn what to gather, where to report and how to separate observations from conclusions.

Reporting a Suspected Pet Food Problem: Build a Clear Record

A suspected food problem needs clear product details and a timeline. Learn what to gather, where to report and how to separate observations from conclusions.

If a Pet Finds Rodent Bait, Save the Active Ingredient

Mouse and rat baits can look alike but contain different poisons. Contact a veterinarian immediately and preserve the active-ingredient label; do not give a home antidote.

If a Pet Finds Rodent Bait, Save the Active Ingredient

Mouse and rat baits can look alike but contain different poisons. Contact a veterinarian immediately and preserve the active-ingredient label; do not give a home antidote.