It was just a passing mention in a recent email exchange with a client, but it certainly raised my eyebrows. Have you heard about The Dog Aging Project currently underway at the University of Washington? The Dog Aging Project is led by two molecular biologists and UW pathology professors, Dr. Daniel Promislow and Dr. Matt […]
Open Farm Pet Foods are Certified Humane
Open Farm dog food formulas became available for delivery last month. Open Farm is the first ethically raised and sourced, certified humane pet food on the market. It is a Canadian company which manufactures its foods in the United States. While more and more pet foods boast of using locally sourced ingredients, Open Farm goes […]
September 2015 Treat of the Month
Nature’s Bits Crunchy Salmon, Strawberry & Sweet Potato treats- save 19% Your dog will enjoy some lingering tastes of summer with these crunchy Salmon and Strawberry treats. These low-fat treats are grain and gluten-free, and can easily be broken into smaller pieces for smaller dogs. Ingredients: Salmon, Peas, Potatoes, Potato Starch, Pea Fiber, Cane Molasses, […]
Whole Dog Journal Introduces New Column
If you’re a regular reader of this site, you’ll know I’m a huge fan of The Whole Dog Journal (WDJ). The WDJ is a fact-filled monthly publication which has been educating dog owners since 1998. (Full disclosure: WDJ ran small article highlighting Smiley Dog in December 1998) Despite it’s small size, it’s rare to receive an […]
When "Made in the USA" Isn't USA Made
“I won’t feed any pet food with ingredients from China.” That’s a quote often echoed by pet parents in one form or another. With memories of Chinese-tainted food recalls fresh in our memory, it’s understandable to be wary of Chinese ingredients in pet food. Many of us look for a “Made in the USA” label […]
Orijen and Acana Available for Delivery (again)
Orijen and Acana foods are available once again for free home delivery! We’re pleased to announce that the full line of Orijen and Acana will once again be available to Smiley Dog clients by the end of August. This includes the new freeze-dried formulas and treats, along with the original dry favorites. Orijen foods were […]
What's the Big Deal About a Bag?
Sometimes a bag is just a bag, a box is just a box, and a can is just a can. But when it comes to pet food, these containers are more than just vehicles to transport product from a manufacturer to your home. They are a critical source of information that may keep your pet […]
August 2015 Treat of the Month
Peanut Butter Ice Cream from Puppy Cake- save 20% What goes better with summer’s hot weather than ice cream? This unique powdered mix makes a very special summer treat. Simply add hot water to the container, mix for 2 minutes, freeze, and you’ve got a fresh, creamy, soft batch of Peanut Butter flavored ice cream […]
Merrick Pet Care Sold to Nestlé Purina
Merrick Pet Care, based in Amarillo, Texas, was recently purchased by Nestlé-Purina. Castor & Pollux, which Merrick had purchased in 2012, was also acquired by Nestlé Purina in this deal. The private equity firm Swander Pace Capital acquired Merrick in 2010. They announced the sale to Nestlé Purina last week and the deal is expected to […]
More Raw Food Recalls
The FDA and some state’s Department of Agriculture have been conducting a campaign to test raw pet foods for contamination. In the past few weeks, a number of foods have issued recalls as a result. The latest foods to be caught up in this campaign are selected products from Nature’s Variety and Bravo. The specifics […]
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