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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.

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Why a Vet May Check Vitamin B12 in a Cat With Chronic Gut Problems

Understand why an ingredient list cannot answer a cobalamin-status question, and how to organize testing, supplementation and follow-up with the clinic.

Why a Vet May Check Vitamin B12 in a Cat With Chronic Gut Problems

Understand why an ingredient list cannot answer a cobalamin-status question, and how to organize testing, supplementation and follow-up with the clinic.

Food Aversion After a Cat Has Been Ill: Protect the Next Mealtime

A cat may associate a food with nausea or an unpleasant experience. Work with the clinic on food choice and intake support without pressure feeding.

Food Aversion After a Cat Has Been Ill: Protect the Next Mealtime

A cat may associate a food with nausea or an unpleasant experience. Work with the clinic on food choice and intake support without pressure feeding.

Before a Road Trip With a Carsick Dog, Plan Meals and Medicines Together

Prepare a travel-specific feeding and medication conversation rather than copying a universal fast or experimenting with new treats in the car.

Before a Road Trip With a Carsick Dog, Plan Meals and Medicines Together

Prepare a travel-specific feeding and medication conversation rather than copying a universal fast or experimenting with new treats in the car.

An Orphaned Newborn Kitten Needs Milk Replacer, Not a Milk-Based Treat

Understand the difference between neonatal milk replacement and a snack containing dairy, then get a specific feeding demonstration and care plan.

An Orphaned Newborn Kitten Needs Milk Replacer, Not a Milk-Based Treat

Understand the difference between neonatal milk replacement and a snack containing dairy, then get a specific feeding demonstration and care plan.

After Spaying or Neutering, Review the Food Plan Before Weight Creeps Up

Separate immediate post-surgery instructions from longer-term energy needs, and arrange a feeding review without making a drastic automatic cut.

After Spaying or Neutering, Review the Food Plan Before Weight Creeps Up

Separate immediate post-surgery instructions from longer-term energy needs, and arrange a feeding review without making a drastic automatic cut.

PARTNER Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried Raw Cat Food, 8 oz bag

Can You Calculate Exact Carbohydrates From a Pet Food Guaranteed Analysis?

A subtraction can produce an estimate, but minimums, maximums, missing ash and fiber methods prevent an exact carbohydrate or sugar result.

Can You Calculate Exact Carbohydrates From a Pet Food Guaranteed Analysis?

A subtraction can produce an estimate, but minimums, maximums, missing ash and fiber methods prevent an exact carbohydrate or sugar result.