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What Do Guinea Pigs Eat?

So you’ve got a guinea pig, and you’re wondering what to feed it. Do they eat what rabbits eat? Or hamsters? Pigs? You find guinea pig food at the pet store, in lots of varieties. But which kind is best? There are four staples to a guinea pig diet: Water – Plenty of clean, cold water, is vital to health. You’ll want a water bottle that is simple to remove/replace for refilling, and one that is easy to see when the level is low. Our bottles have “floaters” inside them, so you can spot the level. Pellets – You can … Continue reading →

What’s the Big Deal About Raw Diets?

I’ve been hearing a lot about raw diets for dogs and cats lately. So I thought I should look into it. Here’s a breakdown of some of the major points on each side of the argument. The Case FOR Raw Feeding Raw food mirrors what a dog or cat would eat in the wild Raw meat provides amino acids, enzymes, and other nutrients that may not be found in pre-packaged food Raw food supporters believe that a raw diet very low in grains reduces the risk of allergies Raw food reduces bad breath and other pet odors The ripping and … Continue reading →

Diamond Pet Food Recall

Diamond Pet Food has recalled 19 varieties of dog and cat food that have been contaminated with a naturally occurring toxic chemical that comes from fungus on corn and other grains. The chemical, aflatoxin, causes severe liver damage in animals. At least 76 dogs have died nationwide from aflatoxin poisoning. The contaminated food has also been shipped to at least 29 countries. According to the Food and Drug Administration, if you purchased Diamond Pet Food with date codes “BEST BY 01-MARCH-07” and “BEST BY 11-JUNE-07” you should discontinue feeding this food to your pet immediately. If your dog or cat … Continue reading →