China’s export of contaminated vegetable protein resulted in one of the largest pet food recalls in US history (March 2007).
Last tuesday, China’s watchdog AQSIQ (General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine) published their findings. The results so far: 180 plants were closed, 37 firms lost their licence and 11 cases have been forwarded to [...]

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A few days ago my Japanese Akita dog Kensho got ill. He refused to eat, had a dull coat (though he’s in his shedding period) and appeared very lethargic. When he did not wag his tail when I entered the room (!) I knew enough and we went to see our veterinarian. My Akita dog was subjected [...]

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Why is it we want everything to be bigger and better all the time? Especially the bigger part I don’t get. The most important things in life can’t even be touched like love and happiness. The most successful killers in the world are too small to be seen by the naked eye (viruses and bacteria). [...]

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A contact person from a hunters association in the USA had filled out the contact form on Best Dog Food Guide and asked me the following question on June, 23th 2007. For privacy reasons I have removed his name in this blog post.
I have read in one report that Purina Hi Pro dog food was [...]

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The day before yesterday I was at a birthday party. Me and my aunt were talking dog stuff and she was telling me the story of Demi the happy Labrador Retriever. Demi, now 4 years old, has suffered from multiple dog allergies since 15 months of age. It all started one summer and she was [...]

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Have you ever wondered what food tastes like to a dog? Well, I have! And I have tasted a few samples of dog food myself. What can I say… I’m a curious person and I’d like to form my own opinion . Sometimes I could make sense of my dog’s response, but other [...]

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Dog owners, like you , are becoming more aware and educated about the health of their canine companion. After all… you’re here (again) at Dog Food Blog !
Health and safety concerns drive caring consumers towards higher-quality dog food. Between wet and dry dog food, dry dog food continues to be the most popular variety [...]

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On 21th May 2007, the oldest and largest provider of pet health insurance in the US, Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI), published the top 10 reasons why dog owners visit a vet. This list is based on the medical claims that were received in 2006. Between brackets you also find the position of last year (2005’s [...]

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Did you know skin diseases are among the main reasons for veterinary visits for dogs of all ages?
A dog’s skin and haircoat are one of the most visible signs of health and vitality. Hair is of great aesthetic importance to dog owners, and a source of great concern when it is not as it should [...]

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Dr. Cecilia Friberg, a veterinary dermatologist in Chicago, prescribes daily bathing for some of her canine clients with allergies.
The rationale behind this is that some allergens are absorbed through a dog’s skin. So bathing can reduce the amounts of allergen being absorbed. However, it will only reduce the allergic symptoms your doggie is suffering from [...]

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Dog treats and mixers are a fast growing segment globally. Sometimes I get the idea every day a new dog treat is launched. There are many categories of new dog treats such as functional dog treats, life stage specific dog treats, gourmet dog treats and home made dog treats.
Especially treats that combine great taste with [...]

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Due to the US pet food recall in the Spring of 2007, many consumers have lost confidence in the pet food industry. As a result many critical websites emerged on the web promoting home made dog food and exchanging dog food recipes. But the disadvantages of making your own dog food are (1) when you [...]

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Did your dog never loose that puppy fat or is has he gained more weight over the years than is fit for his body? Then continue reading since overweight dogs have a higher risk of getting sick and having an overall lower quality of life.

In January 2007, the FDA approved a new liquid drug, Slentrol [...]

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Dog food manufacturers have to play by the rules when they advertise their products. And they do! Proper dog food labeling is regulated by the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM). In addition, some states adopt the model pet food regulations established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) whose regulations are more [...]

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The US pet care industry is a $40 billion a year industry which is growing rapidly with 10% a year. Last year, Americans spend $38,5 billion on their pets, which is an 83 percent increase as compared to the spending pattern last decade. Pet pampering, pet humanization, demand for convenience, one person households, working couples [...]

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