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Whether you are a first-time pet parent or a seasoned animal lover, our blog is your go-to spot for all things health and food related. From training tips and health advice to pet gear, we have got you covered!


Benefits of a Raw Diet
It is hard to pick a place to start when it comes to the benefits of raw, however, as many animals live their lives through their noses...
Briana Marcil
4 min read
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Diabetes in Cats
Managing your cat’s diabetes doesn’t have to be an insulin-injections filled nightmare. Many can reduce the amount of insulin, the frequency of which it's given, and even eliminate the need for insulin, simply by changing their cat's diet. Switching from a kibble based diet, that is sometimes upwards of 80% carbohydrates, to a raw diet, or even canned, with upwards of 5% carbohydrates from vegetables in the form of fibre, can be night and day for your cat.
Kaileigh Slowinski
3 min read
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Diabetes in Dogs
Learn about the role of diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes in improving their health.
Kaileigh Slowinski
2 min read
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Snuffle Mats and Dogs
Snuffle mats are interactive feeding and enrichment tools for dogs that provide mental and physical stimulation. They consist of a mat or fabric with various layers and pockets where treats or food can be hidden. When dogs use their noses to search for and find hidden treats, it engages them in a natural and instinctual behavior known as sniffing or snuffling. Participating in these behaviors has numerous mental and physical benefits. Mental Stimulation: Snuffle mats utilize
Kaileigh Slowinski
2 min read
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What is Green Tripe & Why Should You Feed It?
Green tripe. If you have had a conversation with one of us here at the store, there is a good chance we have brought it up in one way or...
Briana Marcil
5 min read
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Feeding Your Dog Raw
Our canine best friends, while not strict carnivores like their feline rivals, still thrive on a meat-based diet. Raw food mimics the natural prey diet – anything a dog would have eaten in the wild. Rotating your dog’s proteins not only adds variety to their diet, but ensures they are getting all the necessary nutrients needed, as every protein has a different set of macro and micro-nutrients that some proteins may not offer.
Briana Marcil
2 min read
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Cat Feeding Tips
Here are some feeding tips for helping you transition your cat to a new diet, introducing a different flavour from their current or different brand, or to simply elevate their current diet. Every cat has taste preferences, just like we do, so don’t be discouraged if after you feel like you have tried everything, they still are not interested. That being said, cats can also be very stubborn and hesitant to change their diet, so here are some pointers that have helped in the pa
Kaileigh Slowinski
1 min read
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Dog Feeding Tips
Here are some feeding tips for helping you transition your dog to a new diet, introducing a different flavour from their current or different brand, or to simply elevate their current diet. Every dog has taste preferences, just like we do, so don’t be discouraged if after you feel like you have tried everything, they still are not interested. That being said, some dogs can be very stubborn and hesitant to change their diet, so here are some pointers that have helped in the pa
Kaileigh Slowinski
1 min read
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