Growing up, we always had dogs and other pets. I consider these pets to be a part of the family. That said, it was not long before I realized while looking into my dog's eyes that dogs are people too - they have both emotional and physical needs. Physically speaking, our dogs may present ailments such as an upset stomach or an ear infection, both of which may require a visit to the veterinarian. Emotionally, dogs can develop separation anxiety or even depression when they are not provided with enough attention from their owners. To keep our dogs looking at their best, we must bring them to a groomer - similar to how humans go to a hair salon or spa.

Working as a nutritionist, I realized that I would like to expand on my nutritional knowledge by sharing advice that I have used on my own German shepherd, as well as some of my friends' dogs. Furthermore, I wanted to address each dog's food allergies and make sure that they were getting proper nutrients through a perfectly balanced diet. As I more deeply examined this realm of "pet nutrition," I realized that many of our dogs have various health issues - ranging from them merely being overweight to even having diabetes. In fact, obesity within dogs is more common than what you would think. As a matter of fact, dogs are susceptible to many of the diseases that humans get as well. Is the American diet also affecting Fido? Can mere table scraps, combined with poor-quality dog food, be causing changes in our pet's health?

It is crucial for us to understand the impact of nutrition on our pets' health and take appropriate measures to ensure their overall wellness.