Tag: fats

Is Your Pet a Healthy Weight? 💚

20 April, 2026

Maintaining a healthy body condition is one of the most important ways to support your animal’s long-term wellbeing, whether you have a dog, cat or horse. Both excess weight and being underweight can impact overall health. Even a small amount of extra weight can place added strain on joints, organs and wellbeing, while animals that are too thin may lack the reserves needed for energy, recovery and optimal function. Being overweight may contribute to: Being underweight may contribute to: How to check your pet’s body condition  These simple body condition charts can help you assess your dog, cat or horse at…

Not All Oils do the Same Thing for Pets 💚

23 February, 2026

Fats and oils play a vital role in animal health, supporting skin, joints, hormones, immunity and nervous system function. But not all oils are equal and not all pets are getting the essential fats they need, even when their diet appears “complete”. Understanding where oils come from, how they’re processed and how they’re used in the body can make a meaningful difference to your pet’s long-term wellbeing. The issue with Processed Pet Foods Many commercial pet foods are exposed to high heat during processing, particularly extrusion and rendering. Heat can –  While fats may still be present on the label,…