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- [Diabetes and Diet](https://fetchingfoods.com/diabetes-and-diet/) - “The reality is that I have not seen one single dog or cat on a raw diet diagnosed with diabetes speaks for itself. Switch to raw, stop feeding processed food and you will reduce the chances of diabetes dramatically.” – Dr. Peter Dobais Fetching Foods provides meals that are high in protein and have almost
- [How to Introduce Your Dog to Raw Food](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-to-introduce-your-dog-to-raw-food/) - Want to improve your dog's health through better nutrition? Raw food can transform your pet's wellbeing. This guide will show you how to switch your dog to raw meals safely and confidently, with expert guidance from Fetching Foods. Our handcrafted meals contain 95% meat and offal, with 5% organic plant matter, giving your dog complete
- [How to Introduce Your Cat to Raw Food](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-to-introduce-your-cat-to-raw-food/) - A Complete Guide Making the switch to raw food improves your cat's health and happiness. This guide shows you how to transition your feline friend to a natural, species-appropriate diet safely. Why Choose Raw Food for Your Cat? Cats are obligate carnivores, built to process and thrive on raw meat diets. Their digestive systems mirror
- [Managing IBD in Dogs and Cats Through Nutrition](https://fetchingfoods.com/managing-ibd-in-dogs-and-cats-through-nutrition/) - Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a common gut issue in pets. It causes ongoing inflammation in the digestive tract. Symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, and poor appetite can make life tough for your dog or cat. Why Diet Is Key Many pet foods use low-quality ingredients. These need synthetic vitamins to meet basic needs.
- [A Simple Guide to Your Cat's Kidney Health](https://fetchingfoods.com/a-simple-guide-to-your-cats-kidney-health/) - Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is one of the most common serious illnesses in cats, but you are not helpless against it. It means the kidneys are failing faster than they should, and while there is no cure, a carefully managed diet is the most powerful tool you have to slow the disease and improve your
- [A Pet Parent's Guide to Lab Work](https://fetchingfoods.com/a-pet-parents-guide-to-lab-work/) - Lab work provides a detailed look inside your pet’s body and is essential for checking if a diet is working well. While the pages of numbers and terms can be confusing, understanding the basics can help you make more informed decisions for your pet. For a more detailed article click HERE. How Lab Results Work
- [Supporting Kidney Health with Betaine](https://fetchingfoods.com/supporting-kidney-health-with-betaine/) - Betaine is a naturally occurring compound that plays a vital role in supporting cellular function and overall health. For cats with renal insufficiency or chronic kidney disease (CKD), managing their diet is key to slowing disease progression and maintaining a good quality of life. Adding betaine to their diet offers several important benefits: Key Benefits
- [Renal Diet Overview](https://fetchingfoods.com/renal-diet-overview/) - Kidney (renal) disease is common in cats with at least 1 in 3 cats and 1 in 10 dogs likely to develop some form of kidney disease in their lifetime. And the likelihood of an occurrence increases with age. Age really makes a difference with kidney disease. While previous studies have found 1 in 3
- [How to Get My Cat to Lose Weight](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-to-get-my-cat-to-lose-weight/) - A Complete Guide Helping your cat reach a healthy weight demands patience and the right strategy. Extra pounds put cats at risk for diabetes, joint problems and shortened lifespans. This guide offers proven steps to help your feline friend achieve their ideal weight safely. Signs Your Cat Needs to Lose Weight The earlier you spot
- [How to Keep Your Dog Healthy](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-to-keep-your-dog-healthy/) - A Complete Guide to Natural Pet Wellness Your pet brings joy and companionship for years to come. From proper nutrition to regular exercise, this guide covers practical steps to maintain your dog's health naturally and effectively. By following these research-backed recommendations, you can help your furry friend live a longer, healthier life. The Foundation of
- [Is Raw Meat Safe for Cats?](https://fetchingfoods.com/is-raw-meat-safe-for-cats/) - We've all seen photos and videos of big cats in the wild feasting on some fresh-caught raw meat. It's also well-known that, despite being much smaller and cuter, our house cats are directly related to wild predators. But since that's the case, have you ever wondered why many pet owners rarely feed their cats raw
- [Is Raw Meat Safe for Dogs?](https://fetchingfoods.com/is-raw-meat-safe-for-dogs/) - Although your dog may seem willing to eat nearly anything, that does not mean that every food option is safe for them to consume. As a responsible pet owner, it's your responsibility to understand what your pup can and cannot eat. On this topic, many people wonder whether it's safe for their dogs to enjoy
- [How Important is Nutrition for Pets?](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-important-is-nutrition-for-pets/) - At Fetching Foods®, we know that proper nutrition is vital for the health and well-being of our furry companions. Just as humans need a balanced diet to thrive, pets require high-quality, nutrient-rich food to support their growth, maintain their health and live long, happy lives. Let's explore why nutrition matters so much for pets and
- [Omega 3: What is it?](https://fetchingfoods.com/omega-3-what-is-it/) - An overview of Omega3 and how it contributes to dog and cat health.
- [Meat and Defrosting](https://fetchingfoods.com/meat-and-defrosting/)
- [Not All Bone Is The Same](https://fetchingfoods.com/not-all-bone-is-the-same/) - Mouse bone, what a cat or dog may eat in the wild is vastly different than the beef bone that's added to most pet foods. Bone density is the issue.
- [Aircargo Shipping Option](https://fetchingfoods.com/aircargo-shipping-option/) - Fetching Foods is on the cutting-edge yet again. This time with shipping. Air-cargo is the premier shipping method. No one else offers it, completely worthy of the product being shipped, and who it's being shipped for. It's the best option for a number of reasons. During the checkout process you have the option to send
- [Fetching Foods Air Delivery](https://fetchingfoods.com/fetching-foods-air-delivery/) - HUGE Shipping News It's time to make a change. Our primary shipping method to you will eventually become Southwest Air Cargo. We're making this change sooner and transitioning faster than originally planned. For the last year we've been seeking alternatives to UPS and FedEx. There isn't enough space in this article or enough of your patience to
- [Shipping: A Necessary Evil & Cost Savings](https://fetchingfoods.com/shipping-a-necessary-evil/) - Fetching Foods sells directly to you, the customer. We’re not found in stores because our food is made fresh just for your pet when you order. That means you can grab your food from our location in Las Vegas when it's ready or have us ship it to you. Even though Amazon has set the standard
- [Why Dogs Need Plants In Their Diet](https://fetchingfoods.com/why-dogs-need-plants-in-their-diet/) - Let’s talk about Plant Matter, what you call fruits and vegetables. (Companion video here.) If you’re a raw feeder you’ve seen lots of information on the internet about how to feed ‘the right way’. There are many correct ways to feed your dog. At Fetching Foods we follow the nutrigenomics approach, which we feel is
- [Why Meat Spoils](https://fetchingfoods.com/why-meat-spoils/) - We are frequently asked how long can meat stay in the freezer or fridge, can it be refrozen, and how long can it sit out. The FDA has clear guidelines and we encourage you to follow their recommendation. We've covered the questions in our FAQ and have links to the FDA guidelines in the article on How To Feed Fetching
- [How Old Is Your Dog In Human Years, And Can You Change That?](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-old-is-your-dog-in-human-years-and-can-you-change-that/) - How old is your dog? It's not as simplistic as the old rule-of-thumb where 1 calendar year equals seven dog years. It's a mix of health and genetics that determine your dog's age. There's not much you can do about genetics, but you have direct control over health. Is it possible to help your dog
- [The Hydrolyzed Protein Diet Explained](https://fetchingfoods.com/the-hydrolyzed-protein-diet-explained/) - In recent years, pet owners have become increasingly concerned about the quality and nutritional value of the food they feed their furry companions. One trend that has been gaining popularity is the use of hydrolyzed protein diets for dogs and cats. But what exactly is a hydrolyzed protein diet, and what are its overall effects
- [Unleash the Potential: How Herbals and Supplements Enhance Natural Pet Diets for Optimal Health](https://fetchingfoods.com/unleash-the-potential-how-herbals-and-supplements-enhance-natural-pet-diets-for-optimal-health/) - Introduction As pet owners, we are constantly seeking ways to improve the health and well-being of our beloved furry companions. One aspect that has gained significant attention in recent years is the use of herbal supplements in natural pet diets. These natural additions have shown promising results in enhancing the overall health of pets and
- [Keeping Pawsitive: Effective Strategies for Long-Term Weight Management in Pets](https://fetchingfoods.com/keeping-pawsitive-effective-strategies-for-long-term-weight-management-in-pets/) - As we move through this holiday season and towards the new year, we've been stuffing our faces as we prepare to stuff our stockings! You might already be at the point where you are loosening your belt after Thanksgiving, so go ahead and toss any leftovers and start prepping for Christmas. This season we show
- [The Importance of Phosphorus for Bone Health](https://fetchingfoods.com/the-importance-of-phosphorus-for-bone-health/) - Phosphorus, often overshadowed by its counterpart calcium, plays a crucial role in maintaining strong and healthy bones. In this article we will delve into the significance of phosphorus, its sources, absorption, and its impact on bone health in cats and dogs. Whether you are a pet owner seeking to optimize your furry friend's diet or
- [The Role of Diet in Managing Diabetes in Pets](https://fetchingfoods.com/the-role-of-diet-in-managing-diabetes-in-pets/) - Sugar and spice are not always nice, especially when considering your sick pet. Diabetes is a chronic endocrine disorder that affects both dogs and cats. It is characterized by the body's inability to properly regulate blood sugar levels due to a lack of insulin production or insulin resistance. While diabetes in pets can be a
- [Combating Dehydration](https://fetchingfoods.com/combating-dehydration/) - It’s that time of year folks! Summer is officially here and with it comes the long, hot days and cool nights. While you’re out there enjoying the warm sun rays and cool ocean waves don’t forget about your furry friends too. Just like humans, over 70% of your pets body is made of water. It
- [Arthritis and Diet: Improving Mobility](https://fetchingfoods.com/arthritis-and-diet-improving-mobility/) - Introduction As pet owners, we want nothing but the best for our animal companions, especially when it comes to their health. Several health conditions can negatively impact our furry friends lives and one of the most common is arthritis. Arthritis is a condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and mobility problems. Management of this disease
- [Say Goodbye to By-Product Fillers and Additives](https://fetchingfoods.com/say-goodbye-to-by-product-fillers-and-additives/) - Say Goodbye to By-Product Fillers and Additives: The Benefits of a Fresh, Whole Pet Food Diet Natural food options are on the decline in the human food chain, and it’s rarer in pet food. A new study in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has determined that 60% of human foods purchased
- [Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Diet](https://fetchingfoods.com/inflammatory-bowel-disease-ibd-and-diet/) - When you have a pet you’re usually prepared for a little vomiting or diarrhea here and there. After all, cats groom themselves and get hairballs. Dogs eat all sorts of ridiculous things they aren’t supposed to. Still, many owners notice that their pets seem to have vomiting or diarrhea a bit more often than it
- [Big Business and the Pet Industry](https://fetchingfoods.com/big-business-and-the-pet-industry/) - It’d been two years since our last visit to the vet. Last year we went into the vet for a routine visit (we titer our dogs for rabies). We liked that our vet was a privately owned practice. It seemed to show in the level of care, which was high and our vet was thoughtful,
- [Where's the Poop?](https://fetchingfoods.com/wheres-the-poop/) - When you move to a natural diet, either raw or gently cooked, you’ll notice some physical and behavioral changes in your dog or cat fairly quickly. They have more energy, drink less water, their coat becomes silky, breath and body smell better, shed less, they pee more and poop less. This article focuses on the
- [Food For Thought: Labs](https://fetchingfoods.com/food-for-thought-labs/) - Lab work can tell a great deal about what’s going on with your cat’s or dog’s body. It’s not difficult to imagine that labs are essential to determine how well a diet is working. We rely on this kind of data to fine-tune diets so we can achieve the desired nutritional outcomes. Lab results are
- [Two Very Different Standards](https://fetchingfoods.com/two-very-different-standards/) - Sometimes what’s needed for a happy and productive life comes through simplicity and nature. Eating healthy use to be straightforward when we had fewer options, enjoying fresh foods from our gardens and what the land provided. Today, food can be complicated with marketing pulling you this way and that, tempting you with thousands of food
- [Needs of Carnivores](https://fetchingfoods.com/needs-of-carnivores/) - Most carnivores eat by simply biting off huge chunks of meat and swallowing them whole. This is an important thing to note. Herbivores and omnivores usually have flat rear teeth to prepare plants for digestion through the act of grinding. Cats and dogs rip and tear large chunks of flesh off of an animal, then cut
- [Raw Feeding: puppies and kittens](https://fetchingfoods.com/raw-feeding-puppies-and-kittens/) - Nutrition for your new kitten or puppy begins before they’re born. It starts in the womb, where the right diet for the mother is critical. Once your pup or kitten is born, it’s okay to start feeding a raw diet after they’re weaned at about 5wks of age. If you think about a feral dog
- [The most abundant mineral in the body: Calcium](https://fetchingfoods.com/the-most-abundant-mineral-in-the-body-calcium/) - Believe it or not, we're often asked about calcium. We've all heard of it. The average human has over 2lbs worth in their body, with 99% of the body's calcium stored in the bones and teeth, helping to strengthen them. The other 1% helps with muscle movement allowing nerves to carry messages between the brain and our
- [Hairballs and Diet](https://fetchingfoods.com/hairballs/)
- [Oral Hygiene and Raw Meat](https://fetchingfoods.com/oral-hygiene-and-raw-meat/) - Some of the most popular articles are when I relay what happens with our own animals and what we do, especially when you're seeing the same things. Most know raw meat naturally contains enzymes that break-down tartar build-up and clean teeth (read more here). So feeding raw should mean sparkly white teeth and not brown tartar or plaque
- [Picky Eater?  Who, us?](https://fetchingfoods.com/picky-eater-who-us/) - Being a food company it's easy to imagine the various stories we hear about some pets. In fact, some dogs and cats are portrayed as legendary in their finickiness. There are even a few owners who seem to wear that as a badge of honor when it's not brag-worthy at all. Finickiness said another way,
- [FeLV: Diet Matters](https://fetchingfoods.com/felv-diet-matters/) - Feline leukemia (FeLV) is a retrovirus spread cat-to-cat through body fluids, bites, and parent to kitten. It's common in young cats. Similar to feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), it causes a slow, generalized decline in your cat's health. For reference, human AIDS is a retrovirus also. Feline leukemia does not affect humans and is not related
- [Diet and Thyroid Disease](https://fetchingfoods.com/diet-and-thyroid-disease/) - OVERVIEW Liver, kidney, heart, and thyroid diseases are serious and can be life threatening. Thyroid and endocrine conditions are difficult to manage. Make sure to get an accurate diagnosis before attempting to treat this or any condition.The thyroid glands are located on either side of the windpipe in the neck. The thyroid produces 2 iodine-containing hormones,
- [Urinary Tract, Hydration, and Nutrition for Cats and Dogs](https://fetchingfoods.com/urinary-tract-hydration-and-nutrition/) - For cats you usually hear FLUTD, for dogs it's struvite crystals. UTI, bladder or kidney stones are other related issues that arise for several reasons, but diet is one you can readily control. We are often asked about how a raw diet will affect their pet's health, typically by affected pet owners searching for a solution to these
- [Eggshell Calcium](https://fetchingfoods.com/eggshell-calcium/) - Fetching Foods uses eggshell in our products. There are some exceptions with Only Dog and Just Cat Duck and Rabbit, however boneless versions are offered. Our Custom Meals can be designed with or without eggshell or bone, depending on the specific need. There are many forms of calcium, but the two main dietary forms offered to dogs and cats are calcium phosphate and calcium
- [The Sunlight Vitamin](https://fetchingfoods.com/the-sunlight-vitamin/) - Cats and dogs love to lay in the sun. They're doing it for reasons other than generating vitamin D, otherwise known as the sunlight vitamin. Humans, hamsters, rats, and other mammals can synthesize sufficient amounts of vitamin D from just being in the sun. However, many wrongly believe cats and dogs get their vitamin D
- [Don't Be Fooled: Blue Buffalo and Other Kibble Companies](https://fetchingfoods.com/dont-be-fooled-blue-buffalo-and-other-kibble-companies/) - The seed for this article was planted one morning while I was watching the news. A Blue Buffalo commercial came on. It showed the owner, his family, heart-broken that their beloved Blue died from lack of a good diet. That was their inspiration for BB: provide healthy food for all pets so owners can avoid
- [Feeding Fish](https://fetchingfoods.com/feeding-fish/) - When we do a Custom Meal diet consultation, we often find owners are feeding their cats fish as the primary protein in their diet. The motivations behind this choice are well intentioned, and usually rooted in feeding whatever it takes to get a finicky cat to eat.Cats evolved in deserts of Africa (why they have a low thirst drive,
- [Are Complex Diets Good or Bad?](https://fetchingfoods.com/are-complex-diets-good-or-bad/) - You can't help running across videos or posts of a raw feeding DIY expert putting together their pet's meal. You know, something along the lines of kangaroo tail with green tripe, pork brain, oysters, moose pancreas, opossum spleen, water buffalo tongue, and sardines. As you're watching the video or reading the post you wonder does my
- [Taurine: The Best Known Amino Acid](https://fetchingfoods.com/taurine-the-best-known-amino-acid/) - Taurine is a topic I run across frequently, either people asking me questions or seeing it in various places on the internet. Some of the things I’ve heard over the years are “taurine is needed to manage or treat heart murmurs” or “if you don’t add taurine to your dog’s or cat’s food you’ll kill
- [Chronic Kidney Disease: Cats](https://fetchingfoods.com/chronic-kidney-disease-cats/) - A poor or biologically inappropriate diet can worsen several diseases common in cats (and dogs). One of the most notorious is CKD -- Chronic Kidney Disease, also known as chronic renal disease or chronic renal failure. All kidneys slowly fail over time. CKD means the kidneys are failing faster than usual, faster than the
- [How To Feed Fetching Foods](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-to-feed-fetching-foods/) - You may have fed raw before, or not. You might know raw food handling procedures like the back of your hand, or not. Here are some basic things that are specific to Fetching Foods you should know as you start feeding. Start with the feeding tips. Try to implement as many as possible before the
- [Human Grade Food: Why?](https://fetchingfoods.com/human-grade-food-why/) - Why Your Pet Needs Human-Grade Food The Fetching Foods tagline is “Human Food Made For Pets”. You may have asked yourself, why is human-grade food important for our pets along with one or more of these questions: Humans aren’t eating it, dogs and cats are. Does it mean it’s formulated for humans? Cats and dogs
- [Pancreatitis and Cats](https://fetchingfoods.com/pancreatitis-and-cats/) - You suspected something was wrong with your beloved cat, so you brought him to the vet. One of several reliable tests that indicate pancreatic health were run like the fPLI and/or ELISA, combined with historical, physical exam, lab data, and imaging information. Your fears are confirmed. Now you have a diagnosis of pancreatitis, what's next? About
- [Meal Time Feeding Tips](https://fetchingfoods.com/meal-time-feeding-tips/) - Is your dog or cat picky, finicky, or some other colorful term you use to describe their eating habits? Maybe you're moving to a new food and they need a nudge to switch-over. There is no perfect single solution, but stringing-together several of the tips below increases your odds at moving to a new food
- [All About Eggs](https://fetchingfoods.com/all-about-eggs/) - We primarily use duck and/or chicken eggs in our dog and cat meals. The whole egg, shell and all. Eggs are a near-perfect food, with complete amino acids, phosphorus-calcium balance, fats, rich nutrients, and more. See accompanying video here. Poor-quality eggs can be unhealthy. Many mass-produced eggs come from poorly-raised chickens injected with vaccines,
- [Diet Affects Genes](https://fetchingfoods.com/diet-affects-genes/) - There are lots of reasons to eat well. To control weight. Good digestion. To manage or mitigate diseases. Avoiding food allergies or sensitivities. Great dental health. And much more. But what about genetics? (Supporting Video Here) Yes, genes. All of the cells in our bodies are constantly dividing, regenerating, and dying, at different rates. The
- [What Does Organic Really Mean?](https://fetchingfoods.com/what-does-organic-really-mean/) - Have you ever wondered what Organic means? We use it all the time to describe Fetching Foods ingredients. Did you know it’s a regulated word? See supporting video here. Using the word Organic or label on food products requires certification that farmers and handlers comply with stringent requirements, document their processes from start to finish,
- [They're Going To Die Soon Anyway](https://fetchingfoods.com/theyre-going-to-die-soon-anyway/) - Going to get a little preachy here. (See accompanying video.) I was talking with someone the other day about odd things I've heard since starting Fetching Foods. My number one thing, and I hear it about once a month, is "My dog or cat is 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 yrs old and it's not
- [Salmonella: OMG, the Food's Raw?!](https://fetchingfoods.com/salmonella-omg-the-foods-raw/) - A first. A customer decided they didn't want any more Fetching Foods. His pup, Charles, had a weight problem. We constructed a diet plan to get him back to his fighting weight. From November until now, Charles lost 15%, and started having a shape other than round. He had more energy, and his 10yrs old
- [Know Your Beef](https://fetchingfoods.com/know-your-beef/) - You may have seen our menus and wondered what is the difference between Prime, Choice, and Select grades of beef. Video We use many different proteins. However, beef has established grading standards defined by the USDA, creating a common language for producers and consumers. (Visit www.usda.gov for more detail). Beef is evaluated by USDA meat
- [Then and Now: Why Haven't We Changed Our Feeding Habits](https://fetchingfoods.com/then-and-now-why-havent-we-changed-our-feeding-habits/) - Lorne Greene 1978 Alpo Dog Food Commercial That's a commercial I remember growing up. Did you catch what Lorne said? "Alpo *beef flavored* dinner. Protein *flavored* with *real beef juices*". What is beef flavor? What are beef juices? Notice no mention of meat but the allusion that meat/beef is used. This is when the big
- [Pay Premium For A Pedigree But Continue Feeding Kibble](https://fetchingfoods.com/pay-premium-for-a-pedigree-but-continue-feeding-kibble/) - I hear stories like this rather frequently as you might guess, nearly weekly in fact. But this one story stood out for some reason. A person has fed her dogs Fetching Foods samples, loves it, saw for herself the benefits, even KNOWS the benefits of raw. She got a new $3500 puppy. She said she
- [Interview: Red Rock Life](https://fetchingfoods.com/interview-red-rock-life/) - This is the first Fetching Foods magazine article. The publisher framed the article to memorialize it. Very cool. Here's the article's text: Where did you grow up? How long have you lived in the area? Las Vegas welcomed me in 2006 from my birth city of Sacramento, California. I was raised just north in a
- [Does Protein Quality Matter?](https://fetchingfoods.com/does-protein-quality-matter/) - You look at the label, comparison shop, find the best food for your dog or cat. You're paying a bunch for it too, so it must be good, right? There's so much marketing sleight-of-hand with pet foods... For example ask yourself why would a company take "whole, fresh meat" and then *process* it into kibble,
- [Prevention versus Cure: What's Your Strategy For Health?](https://fetchingfoods.com/prevention-versus-cure-whats-your-strategy-for-health/) - A companion video is located here: https://youtu.be/IDyCrl4nVmk Ever hear the saying, “an ounce of prevention’s worth a pound of cure”? When it comes to medical issues, Americans prefer to handle diseases with cures rather than prevention. A cure usually means you start taking action at a trigger point. You can see direct results. It FEELS
- [If Kibble is so bad, why does my cat and/or dog eat it?](https://fetchingfoods.com/if-kibble-is-so-bad-why-does-my-cat-and-or-dog-eat-it/) - Dry, cereal-based pet foods (aka kibble) caught on during World War II, when tin rationing put a stop to non-essential canning. Pet owners were delighted because dry pet food was less messy, stinky, and more convenient. As a satisfied Spratt's Patent Cat Food customer of yesteryear put it, the little biscuits were "both handy and
- [Stomach Confusion: Can You Mix Kibble and Raw Together For Feeding?](https://fetchingfoods.com/stomach-confusion-can-you-mix-kibble-and-raw-together-for-feeding/) - To answer the question simply: yes, you can. Perhaps you’ve heard otherwise, or there are some caveats. That’s what this article will get into. *In case you’re wondering, kibble is dry food artificially formed into little brown shapes most people feed their dogs and cats. (I recently added a video to complement this blog, potentially
- [Preparing for the holidays: How to Induce Vomiting](https://fetchingfoods.com/preparing-for-the-holidays-how-to-induce-vomiting/) - No, we’re not talking about binge eating then purging delicious holiday meals. We’re talking about protecting your dogs and cats at a time when they will be exposed to lots of dropped food, guests secretly feeding them -- certain ingredients can be really bad for them. You’re also going to be busy cooking or entertaining,
- [Fetching Foods First Podcast](https://fetchingfoods.com/fetching-foods-first-podcast/) - Fetching Foods first podcast, and it was conducted by Chris Green of The Groomer Next Door fame!! If you haven't signed up for his podcast or youtube channel, you should. Great interviews every week. It's a long interview, around 90mins. Listen to it while you're doing chores or on the way to work. Topics like
- [Digestibility: Why All Calories Aren’t The Same](https://fetchingfoods.com/digestibility-why-all-calories-arent-the-same/) - Wouldn’t it be great if you could eat a fat slice of cheesecake and only absorb a fraction of the calories listed on the side of the box? That’s what happens with kibble (dry pet food) when your pet eats it. Humans putting down a fat slice of cheesecake and only getting a fraction of
- [The Right Diet Can  Make Your Dog's Or Cat's Coat And Skin Amazing!](https://fetchingfoods.com/the-right-diet-can-make-your-dogs-or-cats-coat-and-skin-amazing/) - Video here It’s well known that protein, and the quality of the protein, is important for the maintenance and development of you pet's skin and coat. Hair is more than 90% protein. Skin and hair, with normal turn-over, requires 30% of the animal’s daily protein intake. Protein deficiency from an inadequate diet can be seen
- [What is Your Pet’s Poop Saying?](https://fetchingfoods.com/what-is-your-pets-poop-saying/) - A raw food diet provides many benefits to the cats and dogs in your life, from a shinier coat, more energy, less illness, to better oral health, fewer allergies, and even a better digestive health. That’s right, your pet’s poop is even better on a raw food diet. The change in the waste that your
- [Welcome to Fetching Foods!](https://fetchingfoods.com/welcome-to-fetching-foods/) - Learn more about the motivation behind Fetching Foods, and all that the company has to offer through its amazing raw pet food products in the following interview with founder, Troy Allison. 1. Hello, Troy. As we get started, can you please explain to all of us what Fetching Foods is? Fetching Foods is a boutique
- [A Raw Food Diet Benefits Pets’ Oral Health](https://fetchingfoods.com/a-raw-food-diet-benefits-pets-oral-health/) - If someone told you to care for and clean your teeth by eating tortilla chips every day, you would think that they are silly. However, that is the approach many people take when it comes to the oral health of their pets. Since most people feed their pets processed kibble, they are falling victim to
- [Nutrigenomics:  Creating Healthier Pets Through Proper Nutrition](https://fetchingfoods.com/nutrigenomics-creating-healthier-pets-through-proper-nutrition/) - Every living thing requires food for survival, but science shows us that each animal, humans, dogs, cats, and others, is unique in what those food requirements are. Every animal’s individualism stems from the fact that each organism is comprised of his or her individual genome. A genome is all of the genes in an animal’s
- [High Levels of Fluoride in Pet Food Causing Concern for Pet Owners](https://fetchingfoods.com/high-levels-of-fluoride-in-pet-food-causing-concern-for-pet-owners/) - Recent findings have revealed that fluoride is no longer considered an essential nutrient, as it once was thought to be, because it is not vital to growth or development of humans or animals. However, if this is the case, then why is this “non-essential” nutrient found in alarming, dangerous amounts in pet food all across
- [Hydration: A Raw Diet Is Critical For Health](https://fetchingfoods.com/hydration-a-raw-diet-is-critical-for-health/) - Water is the foundation of life. The human brain is 95% water, lungs are 90%, blood is 83%, muscles are 76%, and even bones are 22% water. You can survive more than three weeks without food, but only about three days without water. Hydration is not optional—it’s essential. The same holds true for your cat
- [How Much Food: Appetite and Seasons](https://fetchingfoods.com/how-much-food-appetite-and-seasons/) - Every year, almost like clockwork, we get hungrier on September 15th. Labor Day may be the unofficial end of Summer, but for us and our pets, the weather always seems to break about two weeks later. Sure, the hot days don’t disappear entirely until mid-October, but as soon as we feel a nip of cool
- [Pre and Probiotics: A Brief Summary](https://fetchingfoods.com/pre-and-probiotics-a-brief-summary/) - Prebiotics and probiotics are powerful tools in regulating health. But if you feed a fresh, whole food the chances are you won't need to supplement the food with pre and probiotics. Fetching Foods functions as a prebiotic and probiotic, as do most thoughtfully designed raw diets. Did you know that most of your immune system
- [Importance of Quality Ingredients](https://fetchingfoods.com/importance-of-quality-ingredients/) - If you look at our ingredient labels, we list the cuts of meat and usually the location from where the meat came from. This is unique in the pet food industry. Every company I know of only lists the type of protein, e.g., turkey. There maybe companies that list the cut, but I’m just not
- [Health and Diet](https://fetchingfoods.com/health-and-diet/) - Health is still somewhat of a mystery. It can be elusive. There are multiple components to health. Exercise. Diet. Environment. Age. Genetics. Sleep patterns. Access to quality health care. Plus about another dozen items. 20yrs ago that list was shorter, because we knew less. In 20yrs, the list is going to be longer as we
- [Manganese Gluconate](https://fetchingfoods.com/manganese-gluconate/) - You may have noticed this ingredient on the Just Cat and Premium Cat products. Manganese is a mineral element that falls into the category of earth metals. It is required for hundreds of vital body functions and biochemical reactions. Because manganese is never available in isolation, it’s always bonded within another compound. We use
- [Turmeric the Super Herb](https://fetchingfoods.com/turmeric-the-super-herb/) - It’s a herbal that we use in our foods. It’s used in small amounts in all of the Only Dog formulations and it’s offered as a herbal additive in the Custom Cat and Dog Meals. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is part of the ginger family. Like ginger, turmeric has many healing properties and is known to primarily help as
- [Incredible Psyllium](https://fetchingfoods.com/super-ingredient-psyllium/) - It’s in all of our Just Cat and Premium Cat products. Psyllium husk powder is a form of fiber which comes from the Plantago ovata plant. It is actually the husk from the plant’s seed. Interestingly, it’s a bulk-forming laxative so it can correct or stabilize constipation, diarrhea, and so much more. Psyllium is seen
- [Super-Nutrient: Astaxanthin](https://fetchingfoods.com/super-nutrient-astaxanthin/) - We keep our food formulations simple. Putting in a few of the right ingredients is better than a whole bunch of the wrong ingredients. One of the ingredients we feel necessary is Astaxanthin. Mother Nature makes fantastic foods that not just nourish but allow us and our pets to flourish. Some of these foods head
- [Supplements vs Natural Food](https://fetchingfoods.com/supplements-vs-natural-food/) - “The interest in nutritional supplements for people and pets has exploded into a billion dollar industry over the past several years,” says Bernadine Cruz, DVM, chair of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Communications. Adding supplements to food sounds good, right? When speaking generally, getting your nutrients from healthy food is the best
- [Is Your Pet Ready For The Fireworks?](https://fetchingfoods.com/is-your-pet-ready-for-the-fireworks/) - If you have a pet that's afraid of fireworks, like our ridgeback Rosie, then you might want to take a few steps to ease her fear. There are desensitization programs that you can put them on to mitigate the effects of fireworks, ahead of a fireworks-holiday. But if you find yourself just now thinking

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- [Detailed Nutritional Analysis](https://fetchingfoods.com/detailed-nutritional-analysis/) - Detailed Nutritional Analysis Just Cat Nutritional Analysis, Dry Matter Basis Only Dog Nutritional Analysis, Dry Matter Basis Premium Cat Nutritional Analysis, Dry Matter Basis
- [FAQ](https://fetchingfoods.com/faq/) - FAQ Frequently Asked Questions LOCAL DELIVERY If you live in the Las Vegas area we will deliver your order via courier. Deliveries occur Mondays, including holidays. You can expect delivery between 8:30a and 1p. Contact us for exceptions. Ensure to include your gate code or other access instructions with your order. SHIPPING We have have a long
- [Nutrition Support for Diabetes in Dogs or Cats](https://fetchingfoods.com/diabetes-health/) - Nutrition Support For Diabetes in Dogs and Cats More Common Cats are 30% more likely to suffer from diabetes than dogs. Male cats are 2x more likely to get diabetes than a female. Tend to remain diabetic Diabetes in dogs is like Type 1 in humans, it usually can't be cured, only managed. Cats get
- [Food For IBD](https://fetchingfoods.com/ibd-health/) - Inflammatory Bowel Disease(IBD) 20+ proteins Something for every taste 20% Dogs and Cats Suffer from IBD related symptoms Diet: #1 Treatment High bio-availability, key nutrients, novel proteins, easy to digest All premium Human-grade amazing digestibility eases the GI load with low waste Read More on IBD Managing IBD Via Diet Nutrition Support for Cats &
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- [Dog & Cat Meal Delivery Las Vegas: Fresh, Organic Meals for Your Pets](https://fetchingfoods.com/dog-cat-food-delivery-las-vegas-fresh-organic-meals-for-your-pets/) - Are you seeking premium, fresh pet food delivered to your door in Las Vegas? Fetching Foods offers high-quality, organic meals for dogs and cats, crafted with care and delivered to your home. Our commitment to human-grade ingredients ensures your pets get the nutrition they deserve. Why Choose Fetching Foods for Pet Food Delivery in Las
- [About Us](https://fetchingfoods.com/about/) - About Us About Fetching Foods ® Fetching Foods is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, founded by Troy and Kiesha Allison, both life-long animal lovers with award winning Ridgebacks (Rex and Rosie), and two bengal cats (Jules and Royal). We are a veteran and minority business, founded in 2017. Healthy and happy pets are our motivation. We
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- [Lisa's Review of Quincy](https://fetchingfoods.com/lisas-review-of-quincy/) - Lisa Details Her Fetching Foods Experience I have to tell you how thrilled I am with your food. My two middle aged cats, Bea and Mindy, are healthy, active and shiny after many years on the Fetching Foods Just Cat food. My vet really doesn’t approve of raw diets but she doesn't suggest I change
- [Mia Adoption](https://fetchingfoods.com/mia-adoption/) - Help Find Mia Her Forever Home! Hello, future friend! I’m Mia, a 7-month-old calico tabby with adorable spots that make me look like a little cheetah! How cool is that? 🐆💕I started my journey on the streets, but I quickly learned that humans can also be wonderful. A kind little family took me in and
- [Newsroom: Fetching Foods’ Press](https://fetchingfoods.com/newsroom-fetching-foods-press/) - Newsroom: Fetching Foods’ Press https://lasvegassun.com/news/2022/sep/27/las-vegas-based-pet-food-producer-finds-its-niche/ July 14, 2023 Channel 3 News, Las Vegashttps://news3lv.com/news/local/locally-owned-small-businesses-fetching-foods#Interview Red Rock Live Fox 5 KVUU MORE Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1jFJtPKhKQNew Facility Grand Opening https://www.petfoodindustry.com/articles/11592-fetching-foods-plans-grand-openingKiesha Allison has been Inducted into the Prestigious Marquis Who’s Who Biographical RegistryLAS VEGAS, NV, March 03, 2023 /24-7PressRelease/ — Kiesha Allison has been inducted into Marquis Who’s Who. As in
- [Adara Mangę](https://fetchingfoods.com/adara-mange/) - Here are Adara's emails and our replies. As you can see (starting from the top is the most recent) there was no mention of discolored food but merely a concern about dry ice touching the food through a 1mm tear in the package. No mention of defrosting or discolored product that were later claimed in
- [Refund Policy](https://fetchingfoods.com/refund-policy/) - Refund Policy Refunds Once we begin to make your food (ordering ingredients, creating product packaging, preparing your box, actually making the food, etc), there is no refund. We cannot accept returns of raw or cooked products. For any product we sell, if your shipment arrives damaged or compromised by heat/temperature, we can issue a refund
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