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Here at ShakaPaw, we want to be completely transparent with you, our valued customer, about some important changes regarding Farmina Pet Foods and how they affect the products you rely on from ShakaPaw Pet Market. What's Happening with Farmina? You trust us to carry foods that meet high standards, and we take that responsibility very seriously. Farmina recently opened a US manufacturing facility and, without advance communication, made formula changes to several recipes. We, along with many other independent pet stores, are very disappointed by this lack of transparency. Our Standards and What This Means for You Our store has always committed to carrying...

Natural Hip + Joint Support Pets are part of the family and exciting advancements in pet food options, veterinary care and physical activities are helping them live long healthy lives. But pets, just like people, experience a variety of wellness challenges as they age. The most obvious degenerative concern we see in our aging animals is joint disease. Anatomy of the Joint A joint is any place in the body where two bones come together to allow for motion. The ends of the bones are covered in a shock-absorbing cushion called cartilage and a membrane filled with lubricating fluid encapsulates...

As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, our pets depend on us to help them stay comfortable and healthy throughout the winter months. Just like us, dogs, cats, and other companion animals feel the effects of the cold — from dry skin and stiff joints to less outdoor exercise. Preparing now ensures your furry friends stay cozy, safe, and happy all season long. Bundle Up: Adjusting to Cooler Weather Not all pets are built for the cold. Short-haired breeds, seniors, and small dogs can struggle with low temperatures. When heading outside, consider pet sweaters or jackets to help retain...

Nutritional Deficiencies in Dogs One of the basic keys to helping your dog live a long, healthy life is to provide them with a good diet. Most people are not nutrition experts and leave the formulating up to the pet food companies. Pet food companies often claim that their formulas are either designed or recommended by veterinarians and many have animal nutritionists on staff. If you feed your dog a nutritionally complete commercial diet, it is getting everything it needs? What are the nutrients that my dog requires? The basic nutritional categories required for survival:WaterProteinFatCarbohydratesVitaminsMinerals Within these general categories are...