The Importance of Pigments in Dog Food
Phytonutrients (the pigments that give fresh foods their vibrant hues of red, green, purple, yellow and orange) do more than just make a pretty meal. They contain powerful antioxidant properties that...
View ArticleHoliday Leftovers To Share With Your Pet—And What To Avoid
Sharing a moderate amount of holiday leftovers with your pet can be a great way to keep them included in the festivities. There are lots of ‘people foods’ that are fine for most pets to eat, and they...
View Article7 Pumpkin Facts You’ll Want to Know
While you may have satisfied the craving with pie and spiced lattes toward the end of last year, pumpkin should hold a place in your dog’s diet year-round. It’s super healthy and festive but what do we...
View ArticleUnderstanding the Nutritional Needs of Puppies
Puppies are lots of fun, but their nutritional needs aren’t as easy as you’d expect. Here are some of my top recommendations as a veterinarian when considering their unique nutritional needs. Complete...
View Article7 Tips for Keeping Your Dog’s Teeth Sparkling and Healthy
Veterinarians routinely tell dog owners to brush their dog’s teeth; I know my vet does. The normal recommendation is to brush their teeth daily to prevent food and bacteria from building up on them...
View Article8 Tips for Feeding Senior Pets
Our pets only get more adorable with age. Keeping them in top shape isn’t always easy, though. Your dog’s slower pace and white muzzle are obvious signs of his increasing age. Your cat’s stiffness in...
View ArticleSwitching From Haddock to Cod in Our Zeal Dog Food
From time to time, we make minor ingredient changes as part of our commitment to sustainability and that has occurred with the fish in our Zeal dog food. Recently, some new fishing quotas were imposed...
View Article8 Foods To Feed Your Kitten Her First Year
Cats have a reputation for being finicky eaters and, unfortunately, that reputation is often well deserved. If a kitten grows up eating only one food, she will become accustomed to that food and...
View ArticleManaging Pet Gastrointestinal Issues With Nutrition
Gastrointestinal problems comprise the most common ailments seen in both dogs and cats. These can range from a short-term upset tummy (such as Vomiting and Diarrhea) to a chronic or more serious...
View ArticlePumpkin Peanut Butter Frozen Treats
Easy to whip up, tasty to eat and great for dog tummies, this Pumpkin Peanut Butter Frozen Treat recipe hits the right spot on a hot day. It’s a triple threat when it comes to digestive health—these...
View Article10 Foods Perfect for Dehydrating
Make your own inexpensive treats and chews with one whole food ingredient. Dehydrated, healthy treats work well for training if they’re small bits, or dehydrated “chews” like those from sweet potato...
View Article5 Ways to Celebrate Fall with Your Dog
In Anne of Green Gables, L.M. Montgomery wrote, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” It’s true; fall is a season favored by many—many dogs, that is. It’s not too hot, so their fur...
View Article5 Leash Walking Habits Every Dog Parent Should Have
Fall is perfect dog walking weather. The temperature is just right, the pavement is cool for your pup’s paws and the smell of pumpkin-and-peanut butter treats is in the air. But before you head out...
View ArticleMeet Sophie: A Bull Mastiff With Formerly Debilitating Food Allergies
It’s a warm August day and Sophie, a 105-pound Bull Mastiff, is alert and full of energy. Sophie runs and jumps across eight acres of a lush Maine backyard under the watchful eye of her owner, Keri St....
View ArticleThe Positive Health Benefits of Pumpkin for Our Pets
Too often, articles that owners read around fall holidays involve what not to feed our companion canine and felines. I want to flip this concept and instead suggest feeding a natural food that is safe,...
View ArticleHonest Kitchen Birthday Time!
Each month we celebrate an array of Honest Kitchen employee birthdays! This month Liz Black, from customer service, Liana Tuttle from operations and Nicole George our Controller all shared a birthday...
View ArticleVideo: A Teeny Tiny Halloween
What’s cuter than a litter of tiny puppies? A litter of tiny puppies playing with equally tiny pumpkins. Thanks to their rescuers, these abandoned pups get to celebrate Halloween this year, and for...
View ArticlePumpkin Oatmeal Spice Dog Treat Recipe
Your dog will fall paws over tail in love for these pumpkin treats with a hint of spice! Is it just me, or is there something about this time of the year that makes people want to bake up a storm? It...
View ArticleHonest Kitchen Pumpkin Latte For Dogs
A doggy Pumpkin Latte that’s trendy and gut-friendly! Celebrate fall in the traditional American way with a pumpkin latte. With this Honest Kitchen Pumpkin Latte, you’ll become a doggy barista. In just...
View ArticleThanksgiving Turkey Dog Treats
Let’s talk turkey—your dog will be thankful that you made these homemade treats. What are you thankful for? Having wonderful family and friends around you, a delicious bounty on your table and a loyal...
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