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Care & Feeding, The Whole Bowl
June is National Pet Preparedness Month: Is Your Pet Included in Your Emergency Plan?
Does your family have a plan of action in case of an emergency, such as a house fire or flood evacuation? Have you thought about what to do to help the four-legged members of your household?
Read MoreWhat Does the TPP Agreement Mean for Pet Food?
President Obama was recently promoting the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement, among other issues, during his visit to Vietnam earlier this week. PFI has consistently supported the TPP Agreement and urges Congress to ratify it. What’s the ultimate benefit to such a trade agreement and how does pet food play a role? Each year, PFI members […]
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Practical Steps to Help Prevent Dog Bites
As National Dog Bite Prevention Week (May 15-21) winds down, it’s important to remember that we can all help prevent dog bites. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), some of the critical steps include properly socializing your pet and teaching your children how to interact with dogs. Socialization Socialization, or when a puppy is introduced to new people, […]
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One Dog’s Weight Loss Story
Have you read the recent story about Fat Vincent, the seven-year-old dachshund on a rigorous weight loss plan? Vincent’s story is inspiring, but his challenge is not unique. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention[1], approximately 58 percent of cats and 54 percent of dogs were overweight or obese in 2015. An overweight or obese […]
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Welcome to the New Pet Food Institute Website
Welcome to the refreshed and redesigned PFI website and to our new blog, The Whole Bowl! With a modern look and easy-to-navigate layout, our new site is here to help you learn more about pet food safety, nutrition and ingredients. In The Whole Bowl, we will go beyond the headlines to provide additional insight and […]
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