Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in cats and dogs. Fatty acids are defined “essential” because they can not be synthesized, therefore they must be assimilated through nutrition.They are fundamental for cell structure, necessary for the production of certain hormones, aid the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, protect internal organs and fight inflammation.
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Understanding the nutritional needs of the cat – do we confidently rely on pet food, on croquettes and various cans always more appetizing?
Appropriate dog’s energy requirements vary according to age, physical activity, race and ongoing diseases
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Krill oil for cats and dogs. Krill oil is obtained from a small shrimp; Krill are tiny crustaceans that form the largest existing marine biomass. They are known by their scientific name: Euphausia superba.
In dogs hip dysplasia is an abnormal formation of the coxofemoral joint (bone and ligaments) and it is the most common cause of lameness in dog’s back legs
With the beginning of spring it is a must to plan a protection against fleas, This purely informative article wants to focus attention on Fipronil’s use and abuse and on the possible less harmful alternatives for our cat.
As we know the cat is particularly demanding and a creature of habit when it comes to food, if he… Leggi tutto »Change pet-food in the cat why
As we know flea bites may cause intense itch; unfortunately the itch is only a mild skin manifestation, compared to the severe diseases that fleas can transmit to our pet friends.
Excessive amount of accumulated hair inside the cat’s stomach causes irritation, cough and vomiting.
