by Jeff Ginn | Sep 20, 2017 | Behavioral, Blog, Nutrition
I love to eat and so does my family! We are always planning our next meal and enjoy the experience of trying new foods and new restaurants. Food is a very important part of our lives. I raised my children to be adventurous when it comes to new foods. They could not...
by Ryan Elenbaas | Apr 12, 2017 | Blog, Nutrition
It’s rather sad to think that more than half the dogs in this country are overweight or obese. According to the Association of Pet Obesity Prevention, 54% of the dogs in the U.S. are eating the wrong foods and not getting enough exercise. Sound familiar? Dogs...
by Ryan Elenbaas | Oct 28, 2016 | Blog, Nutrition
Our last blog was about rendering plants. This is the first step in the process of making dog kibble. Rendered raw materials are cooked at high temperatures (between 280 and 300 degrees Fahrenheit) for 60 minutes. This is performed in an attempt to destroy existing...
by Ryan Elenbaas | Oct 21, 2016 | Blog, Nutrition
Our next couple of blogs will focus on what kibble really is and how it is made. Once you understand the process you can decide for yourself just how much of it you would like to feed your dogs. Rendering Plants – What Are They? Rendering plants are where most...
by Janice Elenbass | Aug 19, 2016 | Blog, Nutrition
Dogs love the taste of pumpkin and it’s good for them too! I always go back to the idea that natural, clean foods provide the most benefit to our health. This simple fruit is good for: Urinary tract health Regular digestion – helps with both...
by Ryan Elenbaas | Jul 5, 2016 | Blog, Nutrition
According to a 20-year study completed at the University of Georgia, one out of three dogs currently alive will die from cancer. Prominent holistic veterinarian, Dr. Donald Strombeck, states that our dogs are living 20% shorter lives than they did 40 years ago. These...
