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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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Giardia in Dogs: A Better Stool Does Not Replace the Testing and Cleaning Plan

Learn why one stool sample can miss Giardia and why medication, follow-up and environmental management need to be considered together.

Giardia in Dogs: A Better Stool Does Not Replace the Testing and Cleaning Plan

Learn why one stool sample can miss Giardia and why medication, follow-up and environmental management need to be considered together.

Copper-Associated Liver Disease in Dogs: Ask for the Finished Food’s Data

A liver-care plan needs actual copper information and veterinary selection, not guesses from ingredient names, ash or a meat percentage.

Copper-Associated Liver Disease in Dogs: Ask for the Finished Food’s Data

A liver-care plan needs actual copper information and veterinary selection, not guesses from ingredient names, ash or a meat percentage.

A Dog Who Scoots Needs an Anal-Sac Check, Not Just More Fiber

Scooting and a fishy odor can signal discomfort. Learn why an examination comes before using a high-fiber snack as a solution.

A Dog Who Scoots Needs an Anal-Sac Check, Not Just More Fiber

Scooting and a fishy odor can signal discomfort. Learn why an examination comes before using a high-fiber snack as a solution.

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.