The pet food industry's dirty secret: Ingredient splitting, "real" meat, all-natural, and a ban on by-products
Do you think the concept of fake news is a recent thing? The retail pet food industry has been serving up its own brand of fake news for more than a decade. Today's pet owners are savvy and have a hunger for knowledge; much of the knowledge they seek is available at their fingertips. The tip of their paws, if you will. But like an all-caps tweet typed by Donald Trump on the toilet at 2:00 AM, most information dished by retail pet food companies will be found false once it's fact-checked. Much of the information is based on human diet trends that are influencing the industry. While conceptual and anecdotal information is pleasing to hear and easy to digest- and science is confusing and questioning- it's important to remember the fundamental rule of retail: you are being marketed to.
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Techno a Go-Go: This innovative electronic dog toy
promotes fitness and fun
Imagine a future where your dog can use technology for entertainment just like you do. Now stop imagining because that future is taking place right now at a dog park or backyard near you. Just like many people own gaming consoles or handheld gaming devices your dog can also play with its own electronic game- if you can fit it in the budget.
The Go-Go Dog Pal is an interactive device that can be used as a game, training tool or a way for your dog to release some energy. This remote control dog toy is shaped in a way that a dog cannot puncture it or get a firm hold onto it. Each Go-Go Dog Pal has a lightweight but durable plastic outer shell decorated like a cartoon woodchuck, raccoon or skunk- making it an innovative and adorable source of entertainment.
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Bringing home the bunny: Important information for rabbit owners
They are cute and cuddly and can be fun to watch as they play and hop for hours. Rabbits are gentle, social creatures with big personalities and even bigger popularity with pet parents. These little cuties are commonly thought of as part of the rodent family but they are in fact lagomorphs.
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Extraordinary pet: Nova and her owner have a lasting bond
By Stacey Gonzalez- March 2014
Nova is the type of cat that commands everyone’s attention
when she struts into a room- her soft, vibrant fur and twinkling eyes make her a
sight to behold. With her long, orange fur and regal appearance she looks like
a cat from a painting. When Nova’s owner José saw her it was love at first
sight.
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Pet of the Month June 2013: Tellum is a unique dog who stood apart from all the others in his litter
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Tellum is a six year old pure black German Shepherd who is so full of life- despite his age. He still loves to run, swim and play like a young pup. He is a sweet natured, laid back dog that loves spending time with his two-legged Lindsay.
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Rats cannot vomit. Rats have an extremely strong
esophagus and stomach valve that make vomiting very unlikely. But they also
lack the neural connections between the viscera and the brain stem that would
coordinate their muscles and allow their tiny bodies to throw up.
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Guinea pig fact
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If your guinea pig jumps straight up and down don’t
be alarmed- it is a move called “popcorning.” Guinea pigs only do this move
if they are really excited or happy. So next time you catch your guinea pig “popcorning”
get excited and popcorn with him!
#GuineaPigFact
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Have you ever seen your cat walk up to you with its
tail quivering? This is the greatest
expression of love your cat can give you.
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#CatFact!
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Do you have a mouthy cat? It’s probably all your
fault- the more you talk to your feline friend, the more it will speak to you. Meow!
#CatFact
Wet paws and water logged dogs
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The Lionhead rabbit has longer fur around the cheeks and neck that is mane-like; hence the name Lionhead.
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#RabbitFact
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