Pet care startups from the U.S., Canada and Australia have been named finalists for the eighth annual Pet Care Innovation Prize powered by Purina. The first round winners brought innovations across the spectrum of pet care products and services including pet enrichment toys; a toothbrush designed specifically for a cat’s anatomy; alternative protein and allergy-friendly pet … [Read more...]
Cold weather nutrition for hard-working dogs
Includes Commercial Content One thing often overlooked in the gun dog care equation is cold-weather nutrition. Working farm dogs experience similar needs. Top-quality dog food plays an important role in fueling performance and in fueling warmth and can’t be understated during cold weather. Seth Bynum, DVM, shares perspectives on the Purina Body Condition System to help … [Read more...]
How does long-term NSAID use affect the horse’s gut microbiome? (Podcast)
Purina’s Robert Jacobs, MS, PhD, describes the potential effects of long-term NSAID use on the horse’s gut microbiome. Research has shown there are changes to the microbiome of a horse on chronic NSAID administration . . . " - Robert Jacobs, MS, PhD Source: The Horse, September 25, 2023. Link to excerpt (2:08) Listen to the full recording of Ask The Horse Live Q&A, … [Read more...]
Purina calls on consumers to recycle pet food cans
Nestlé Purina PetCare is launching a campaign to get its consumers to recycle their aluminum and steel cans after use. The #PurinaRecyclesChallenge encourages pet owners to aim at the recycling bin when disposing of their used pet food cans instead of throwing them into the garbage. The challenge invites pet owners to film a “trick shot” of them banking a pet food can into … [Read more...]
Veterinarians and the pet food industry: Building bridges
Includes Commercial Content Strengthening the relationship and communication between the veterinary space and the pet food industry is a win for everyone, writes Lindsay Beaton. The challenge is to ensure veterinarians and veterinary technicians have relevant tools that support the nutrition discussions with clients. Beaton shares some of what companies are doing to bridge … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – February 13, 2023
TODAY looks at the booming pet industry (video), results from 2023 Pet Care Innovation Prize for start-ups, challenges with supporting assistance animals, transitioning to franchise ownership, social media for small business, amplifying online marketing, avoiding burnout and more . . . Source: IBPSA FastBites, February 13, 2023. Link. INSIGHTS: The landing page for … [Read more...]
Fit named 2022 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year
Fit, a Border Collie owned by Florida Farm Bureau members Cindy and Andrew Deak, was named Farm Dog of the Year earlier this week during the group’s annual convention. She’s been with the Deaks since she was a puppy and helps move sheep from pasture to pasture. Source: American Farm Bureau Federation, January 9, 2022. Link. (includes video) “Fit is pretty much my right-hand … [Read more...]
Getting started with goats for milk
The popularity of self-sustaining food production on small acreages or large backyards includes rabbits, poultry and goats. Heather Smith Thomas writes about raising goats for milk and how their short generation makes goats a great project for 4-H kids. Dwarf goats don’t produce the volume of milk of large goats but their milk is high in butterfat and makes good cheese she … [Read more...]
NEW app for the puppies!
Complimentary Content from Purina Purina announced a new app for puppies, well, for their owners. 😉 The My Pup app promises to help pet owners train, learn and grow with their puppy, offering week‑to‑week guidance, articles, videos and expert tips. Source: Purina, December 21, 2020. Link. INSIGHTS: We’ve not yet reviewed this app. However, it may help to fill some of … [Read more...]
Help pets stay calm during storms
Spring thunderstorms are daily reality right now and they strike fear in some pets. This fear can manifest as hiding, whining, scratching, slobbering or tearing down door frames in a state of panic, according to animal behaviorist Patricia McConnell. It can worsen with age. This brief item article offers some useful tips to help keep pets calm and understand their … [Read more...]
11 things you should know about dogs and fireworks
Independence Day celebrations are a couple weeks away. The time to prepare for the anxiety dogs experience from the sounds of fireworks is now, not then. Our friends at Purina developed 11 common-sense tips that are useful fodder for websites, blogs and newsletter. Hurry and share. July 4th is almost here. Source: Purina. Before July 4th rolls around, here are eleven things … [Read more...]
Help keep pets safe during the holidays
There are never too many reminders to help keep pets safe during the holidays. Purina makes the effort simpler with a quick video, five tips and a downloadable template to mark hazardous items as “non pet-friendly.” There’s something here for clinic websites, blogs, counters and literature racks. Source: Purina, November 30, 2016. Purina vet, Dr. Zara, shares her tips for a … [Read more...]