One of the most common questions I get as a veterinary nutritionist is about feeding frequency. “Alex,” people will say, “how many times a day should I be feeding my dog?” It’s a fantastic question because, as with so many things in pet care, the answer isn’t always a simple one-size-fits-all. I’m Alex Rivera, by … Read more
I’m Jordan Lee, a certified groomer with half a decade of experience, here to guide you through helping your cat with dry skin. My household—home to a British shorthair and a Persian cat, hamster—is a daily lesson in pet care, and my British shorthair’s flaky skin once had me searching for solutions. At my grooming … Read more
When Sunny, my usually exuberant Golden Retriever, started taking just a little longer to get up after a nap, I recognized the subtle cues. It wasn’t just one thing; it was the gentle onset of his golden years, bringing with them the common health considerations I see daily. In my 30 years as a practicing … Read more
Hello, pet friends! I’m Jordan Lee, a certified groomer with five years of experience, here to share my step-by-step tips for bathing your cat without the chaos. My home, filled with a golden retriever, spaniel, British short-hair, Persian cat, hamster, and African Grey parrot, is my testing ground, and my Persian cat’s bath time used … Read more
Watching our beloved canine companions enter their golden years brings a whole new set of joys and, admittedly, a few new considerations, especially when it comes to their dinner bowl. Over my three years in practice, one of the most frequent conversations I have with devoted pet parents is about how to best nourish their … Read more
Hello, pet lovers! I’m Jordan Lee, a certified groomer with five years of experience, here to help you tackle ear mites in dogs. My canine crew (a golden retriever and a spaniel) keeps me busy, and my spaniel once faced an ear mite issue that left him scratching nonstop. At my grooming salon, I often … Read more
Navigating the world of cat food can sometimes feel like you need a special decoder ring, can’t it? Alex Rivera here, your veterinary nutritionist from sunny California. With three years of practice under my belt, and as a dad to Breene, my own discerning Bengal cat, I’ve spent countless hours helping pet parents make sense … Read more
Hi, pet friends! I’m Jordan Lee, a certified groomer with five years of experience, here to guide you in bringing a new pet into your home smoothly. My bustling pet-filled home—home to a golden retriever, spaniel, British short-hair, Persian cat, hamster, and African Grey parrot—has been my lab for perfecting pet introductions. When my African … Read more
Hello again, dedicated dog parents! Alex Rivera here, your veterinary nutritionist from sunny California. Protein is a word we hear a lot in the world of dog food – high protein, novel protein, plant-based protein – the list goes on! But beyond the buzzwords, how much protein does your canine companion realistically need each day … Read more
Hello again, pet parents! Alex Rivera here, your veterinary nutritionist from California. If you’ve ever glanced at the ingredient list on your dog’s food bag, chances are you’ve seen corn listed in one form or another. It’s one of the most common ingredients in commercial dog foods, yet it’s also one of the most debated! … Read more