You Asked, We Answered! NPP Talks Nutrition
September 9, 2021
Jenna Harrison
At NPP, we’re passionate about the health and wellness of all your pets. Just for fun, we sat down with each team member individually and asked the same 3 questions, without sharing their answers with the rest of the team. Here are their answers! If you could give ONE piece of advice to someone feeding kibble, what would it be? Jenna: Add some fresh food to the bowl. Beth: Hydrate it. Leah: If kibble is the best you can feed, add something fresh to it. Savannah: At least hydrate it, always. Kibble is so dehydrating. Caitlin: Hydrate it. Tina: Add...
2 Simple Tips for Mental Enrichment: Straight From a Dog Trainer
September 2, 2021
Bryan Heafy
As everyone is going back into the office or back to school, our dogs will soon be home alone and left to their own devices. Too often we hear owners focus solely on physically tiring their pups but forget to tire them mentally. Here are two ways to provide mental enrichment for your dog so that they don’t get bored while everyone is gone: Transform every meal time into training time. Whether you are teaching obedience commands like “’sit”, “down”, or “heel”, or have graduated to teaching tricks like “paw”, and “roll-over”, making your dog work for every bite...
Is My Dog ‘Too Old’ for a Raw Diet?
August 17, 2021
Nicole Cammack and Jenna Harrison
Senior dog owners often dismiss the idea of raw feeding because the animal is ‘too old.’ While nutrition is never one-size-fits-all, it’s also never “too late” to switch foods or to supplement with fresh food. If your dog has reached their golden years, improving their diet can be the one of the most powerful changes you can make to maximize their health span. Common Misconceptions Surrounding Raw Food for Senior Pets: Misconception #1: A raw diet is too high in protein and/or fat for a senior dog. This idea comes from the notion that raw meat is exceptionally high in...
My Dog Has ‘Normal’ Poop. Does He Really Need A Probiotic Or Digestive Enzyme?
July 19, 2021
Nicole Cammack
YES! 80% of your pet’s immune system resides in the gut, meaning healthy gut flora is incredibly important for overall health and wellbeing. Pro-Tip: Itchy skin, bad breath, ear infections, picky eating, and even anxiety can indicate an unhealthy gut. Your pet’s poop only shows a small part of a very BIG picture.
A Superfood Topper
July 19, 2021
Nicole Cammack
Green Juju makes it easy to add fresh organic produce – formulated to target healthy skin and coat, support joint health, benefit digestion, and boost immunity to your dog’s diet. Add a scoopful to every meal for a boost of flavor, moisture, and nutrition. Pro-tip: Fill an ice cube tray with Green JuJu and your pup’s favorite treat and freeze for a refreshing superfood treat to keep him cool this summer.
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