The Benefits Of A Grain-Free Diet
To learn that your beloved pet has a potentially life-threatening disease is news no parent wants to hear. Which is why, when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released an alert in July 2018...
View ArticleSuperfood: The Benefits Of Green Tripe For Dogs
Ordinarily if you tell someone they’re talking a load of tripe, they’d be offended. When it comes to our pups, however, talking tripe is exactly what we should be doing. You love your dog, right?...
View ArticleThe Dental Diet: The Low-down On Healthy Teeth
Canine dental disease affects 80% of dogs over the age of three. With brushing the dog’s teeth becoming routine in many households, it is no secret dental health is an important component in a dog’s...
View ArticleTraining Your Pup
Ever wondered how that person gets their dog to sit on command every single time? Or why other peoples’ pups seem to come when they call them, drop their prized ball when asked and are just generally...
View ArticleHow Much Should I Be Feeding My Dog?
“How much should I be feeding my cat or dog” is probably one of the most common questions I get asked during a consultation. Unfortunately, the answer depends on a multitude of factors and is highly...
View ArticleVomiting and Diarrhoea in our pets: When to call the vet
Upset tummies are one of the most frequent reasons pets are presented to me in the clinic. Vomiting and diarrhoea are extremely common problems in our pets but are often a challenge for owners to know...
View ArticleLeading The Way In Can Dog Food Nutrition
In addition to being an aromatic and tempting choice for picky eaters, can dog food is also a great way to ensure your dog is getting optimal nutrition and hydration during mealtimes. Characterised by...
View ArticleSolving Pet Nutrition
They say ‘the more you know, the more you realize you don’t know’ and when it comes to nutrition, this sentiment rings true. Solving the nutrition puzzle for our pets is a complex undertaking and, in...
View ArticlePancreatitis In Dogs
If your dog has ever been diagnosed with pancreatitis, you would know that it is a painful and serious disease that can make your pet quite unwell. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to manage and is...
View ArticleAllergies: Why Is My Dog Itchy?
Like us, our pets can suffer from allergies, and mimicking the human world, this condition appears to be on the rise! Pet allergies can manifest in various symptoms with one of the most common...
View ArticleWhat Is Complete & Balanced Pet Food?
When it comes to buying pet food it can be daunting looking past all the buzzwords that plaster packet after packet. However, there is one phrase that all pet parents should look for when shopping for...
View ArticleWhat To Feed Your New Puppy
In my humble opinion, there is no better sound than the pitter-patter of new puppy paws in your home. However, these tail-wagging, bundles of joy can often bring both beautiful chaos and a steep...
View ArticleHigh-Meat Diet Benefits for Cats & Dogs
In my clinic, I am often tasked with helping pet owners distil an overabundance of regularly conflicting information on the best dietary choices for our feline and canine companions. What I find...
View ArticleThe Benefits of New Zealand Green Lipped Mussels for Cats and Dogs
Health and Wellness is something so many people are striving for, and I am certainly seeing this extend to our furry family members. When supporting the health and well-being of our beloved dogs and...
View ArticleIntroducing Veterinarian, Dr. Josie Gollan
Hi, my name is Dr. Josie Gollan and I am a companion animal veterinarian from Sydney with more than 10 years of clinical experience. I am a mum to Albus the Hungarian Vizsla and Hendrix the human and...
View ArticleThe Instinctive Diet: What Should I Be Feeding My Dog?
"What should I be feeding my dog?” is one of the most common questions I am asked in clinical practice. Considering the expansive choice, effective marketing and contradictory recommendations, I am not...
View ArticleSwitching Pet Food: Transitioning To A New Diet
'Food should always be fun, food should always be fun’ is the mantra I repeatedly tell myself when I try to introduce new foods and flavours to my six month old son. Some days it’s a success and I beam...
View ArticleThe Importance Of A Healthy Diet For Dogs
We hear it time and time again, particularly when gobbling down chocolate, the age old adage ‘you are what you eat’. Unsurprisingly, the same can be said for our canine companions. A high quality diet...
View ArticleHow To Introduce A New Addition To Your Family Dog
For almost a decade I have been advising conscientious pet owners on how best to introduce a new baby to their four-legged family member. I have even discussed my recommendations on national...
View ArticleFeeding Your Puppy: Building A Nutritious Diet
Can you picture that moment you met for the first time, the puppy that was going to come home and live with you? For most of us it was the same; two big eyes, an impossibly small ball of fluff, and so...
View ArticleManaging Your Dog's Stress Levels: Reducing Anxiety In Your Pet
With the glimmer of returning to normal life flickering on the horizon, it is important we consider what this may mean for our furry family members. For the last couple of months, they have adjusted to...
View ArticleAir-dried vs Freeze-dried: What's The Difference?
Fresh, clean air. We’ve got a lot of it down here in New Zealand. So at K9 Natural we got to thinking. Why not make good use of it and blend it into our well-loved, natural products? And the idea was...
View ArticleWhat Are Those Small White Specs?
Here at K9 Natural and Feline Natural we are committed to providing the best blends of nature in nutrition for cats and dogs. As part of this philosophy, we refuse to include any binders, gums or...
View ArticleThe Scoop On Poop: Diets For Digestive Issues In Dogs
(AND WHY THE DOG-WALKER IN YOUR FAMILY WILL HAVE ANOTHER REASON TO LOVE K9 NATURAL) It’s a thing that looms large in the daily lives of dog owners. We’d rather not think about it, but we have to. We’d...
View ArticleAnimal Protein vs Plant Protein: What's The Big Difference?
In the human world, it is fair to say we are currently clasped in the grips of a protein obsession. Where ‘sugar free’ and ‘low fat’ used to dominate the food-marketing scene, it is now hard to miss...
View ArticleThe Benefits Of Rotational Feeding For Your Dog
You probably know from experience that if you feed your dog the same meal three times a day, seven days a week, they’re not going to turn it down. And it’s easy to just put the same flavour in the cart...
View ArticleStorage Tips For Keeping Pet Food Fresh
Ever wondered why your dog or cat is turning their nose up at food they were loving just days ago? They’re probably trying to tell you something is not quite right with their dinner. Chances are, this...
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