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 »

May 10

A Ukrainian and A Russian Coming Together to Save Homeless Animals

A Ukrainian and A Russian Coming Together to Save Homeless Animals Please listen here to my guest Anna Khazanova on this week’s DOG TALK® because her story is incredible and uplifting. As a 9-year-old child Anna immigrated to New York City from Ukraine. As a young woman she became best friends with another young immigrant… Read more »

Apr 27

Kitty Food Snobs Love Paté – the Good Kind

Kitty Food Snobs Love Pate – the Good Kind The gourmets of the feline world appreciate texture in their food, while also expecting top-notch ingredients. Paté is generally a crowd-pleaser for many cats,  who seem to enjoy the smooth experience of pate on their rough tongues. However , the more discerning Feline Foodies like their… Read more »

Mar 10

Dear Old Cookie Deserves to Eat Evermore

Dear Old Cookie Deserves to Eat Evermore “Cookie should be eating Evermore,” I told my friend Adrienne, when I found out that her veterinarian had recommended feeding cooked frozen dog food instead of kibble. “Evermore is the only subscription frozen dog food that is focused on using only top-shelf, truly organic ingredients. What also sets… Read more »