Jan 9

Yes, You Can Kick Kitty Krack!

Sponsored by Weruva Yes, You Can Kick Kitty Krack! Let this be the year you stop feeding dry food to your cat! I’ve been begging devoted cat parents to do this for over a decade. You all know by now that I coined the phrase “kitty krack” to make it crystal clear that dry food… Read more »

Dec 12

What’s That Black Gunk In A Dog’s Ears?

The black gunk in a dog’s ear article was originally posted on July 28, 2015, but has been updated with new information. The Surprise of Finding Black Stuff Lurking Inside Your Dog’s Ear If you have a dog with ears that flap over, you’ll recognize that “OMG!” moment when you casually lift up the ear… Read more »

Nov 22

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a “Pumpkin Patch Up” Pet Pie

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a “Pumpkin Patch Up” Pet Pie Thanksgiving is all about food. And family. We also know food = love for many of us! So if our pets are family — and we clearly love them — then here’s a way to include them in the deliciousness of Thanksgiving without giving them stomach… Read more »

Oct 19

Seriously?! Spiced Pumpkin Latte for Dogs & Cats?

Seriously?! Spiced Pumpkin Latte for Dogs & Cats? Just when I thought I had heard every good idea for pet treats, my good pals at Weruva came up with the all-time tastiest healthy functional treat. It’s a spiced pumpkin latte which is literally spiced with ginger and turmeric, both stomach-settling spices. The best part is… Read more »

Sep 13

Separation Anxiety? Chill Out!

Separation Anxiety? Chill Out! Back to school? Back to work? Dog feeling stressed that you are headed back out into the world after more than a year of having you around all the time during Covid? It may be hard for us to adjust to whatever the “new normal” is, but let’s not forget the… Read more »

border collieand tabby cat sitting next to each other Tracie Hotchner the Radio Pet Lady
Sep 5

What Does Crude Protein Really Mean in Dry Dog Food?

What Does Crude Protein Really Mean in a Dry Dog Food? The most popular blog I’ve ever written was about what “crude protein” really means — and whether the amount of crude protein in kibble is a reliable way to judge the best dog food for your own pooch. So I want to tell people… Read more »

Aug 20

Cat with Kidney Issues? Need Low Phosphorus? Look No Further!

Cat with Kidney Issues? Need Low Phosphorus? Look No Further! Please note, you absolutely must work in tandem with your trusted veterinarian to diagnose and then manage a cat with CRD. Chronic Renal Disease is going to be a management issue for the rest of the cat’s life as the kidneys continue to decline. You… Read more »

Jun 21

Is Fish Good for Cats?

Is Fish Good for Cats? Many of us make a positive association between cats and “fish for dinner,” possibly because of cartoons we’ve seen that depict cats licking their whiskers with the skeleton of a fish they have completely consumed. Also, cat foods historically used fish when it was once a plentiful and inexpensive ingredient… Read more »

May 20

Why Kitten Food? Because Growing Babies Need It!

Why Kitten Food? Because Growing Babies Need It! Kittens need a lot of food — they need it frequently — and it should be high protein that is top quality. Growing bodies and brains need the best food you can provide. Kittens also need a high fat content in their food, and lots of moisture,… Read more »