A little more understanding.

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

The PARTNER Journal

My Cat Eats Plastic or Fabric. Does That Mean a Nutrient Is Missing?

Eating nonfood items can have medical or behavioral causes. Protect access and seek assessment before changing food or adding supplements.

My Cat Eats Plastic or Fabric. Does That Mean a Nutrient Is Missing?

Eating nonfood items can have medical or behavioral causes. Protect access and seek assessment before changing food or adding supplements.

A Pet Food Bag Arrived Damaged. What Should You Do?

Check the inner food package, stop using food with a compromised seal and keep the details needed for the seller or veterinary team to assess the concern.

A Pet Food Bag Arrived Damaged. What Should You Do?

Check the inner food package, stop using food with a compromised seal and keep the details needed for the seller or veterinary team to assess the concern.

Feeding a Pregnant or Nursing Pet: Plan for the Mother, Too

Pregnancy and lactation change feeding needs. Choose an appropriate complete diet and a reviewed portion plan for the mother with your veterinary team.

Feeding a Pregnant or Nursing Pet: Plan for the Mother, Too

Pregnancy and lactation change feeding needs. Choose an appropriate complete diet and a reviewed portion plan for the mother with your veterinary team.

Can I Hide My Pet’s Medicine in Food? Ask These Questions First

Some medicines need food and others do not. Confirm the food, timing and tablet handling before using a treat or a full meal to give a prescription.

Can I Hide My Pet’s Medicine in Food? Ask These Questions First

Some medicines need food and others do not. Confirm the food, timing and tablet handling before using a treat or a full meal to give a prescription.

What Does Crude Ash Mean on a Pet Food Label?

Crude ash is an analytical measure related to minerals. Learn why it is not an added scoop of ash or a complete phosphorus and calcium report.

What Does Crude Ash Mean on a Pet Food Label?

Crude ash is an analytical measure related to minerals. Learn why it is not an added scoop of ash or a complete phosphorus and calcium report.

AAFCO Statements and Feeding Trials: Read What the Food Actually Claims

Learn how formulation statements and feeding trials differ, and which questions help you assess the evidence behind a pet food’s adequacy statement.

AAFCO Statements and Feeding Trials: Read What the Food Actually Claims

Learn how formulation statements and feeding trials differ, and which questions help you assess the evidence behind a pet food’s adequacy statement.