Blood Values for Raw Fed Dogs vs Kibble Fed Dogs

All dogs could benefit from having annual or bi-annual blood work, regardless of their diet. The reasons we think it’s important for dogs (and cats!) to have blood work regularly is because it’s another tool to help us raise healthy pets. Many people, however, are hesitant to do this because they don’t think their […]
Green Tripe: The ultimate SUPERFOOD that no pet should go without! The stinkier the better!

Most of our clients at Hearty Apetite are looking for ways to keep their beloved pets healthy and extend their lives as long as possible. But there are many people out there still choosing to feed highly processed pet food because of its convenience, affordability or sheer misinformation. Our animals may have adapted to these […]
Choosing a raw food diet for puppies and kittens

By introducing your puppy or kitten to a biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) diet as soon as possible you will be giving your young pet the best nutritional start. What’s more, they will develop a curiosity for tasty, natural food from the start of their lives. Do puppies and kittens react differently? Dogs […]
How to transition your dog or cat from kibble and canned to a raw food diet

How to transition your dog or cat from kibble and canned to a raw or fresh food diet Giving your dog or cat a natural, balanced diet puts them on the path to good health and a happy, healthy life. But first you’ve got to get them used to the taste of unprocessed food. […]
4D meat? No thanks.

Become aware of what you are feeding your pet As people are becoming increasingly aware of where their food is coming from and care more about buying sustainably sourced products (from furniture to produce), it’s hard to believe that 4D meat can still be legally used in commercial pet food. If you’re not aware, […]
We need to talk about kibble

Here at the Hearty HQ, we often question pet owners – from close pals to friendly strangers we bump into on a dog walk – all in the name of research. One of the things we ask is “What do you feed your dogs and cats and why?” A lot of owners tell us they […]