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What are the ingredients in the Science Diet® brand pet food my pet eats?

Frequently Asked Questions
All of Science Diet foods and their ingredients are listed in our online Science Diet® product selector. You can also find a list of all product ingredients on the package.

What if my dog/cat eats the sponge?

SimpleSolution
If ingested, make sure the pieces pass in the pet's bowel movement. If nothing passes within 24-48 hours or the animal seems uncomfortable, contact your vet and let them know of the incident.

My dog eats raw food, can I bring it with him?

Pet Planet ~ Welcome to Pet Planet!
For sanitary reasons and space restrictions we do not allow you to bring your own raw food. For dogs on a raw diet, we offer Horizon Pure, a chicken based raw complete-feed patty, at a competitive price of $1.00 per lb. This is not included in the price of your pet's stay.

YUCK, my dog eats his poo......why is he doing this and will this harm him?

BARF for Beginners - More Frequently Asked Questions
There are several reasons why feces are attractive to dogs. The first is the fact that they are full of bacteria, which help in food digestion. These are missing in commercial processed foods. They are also high in B vitamins, which some dogs may crave. They do have some digestive enzymes in them too which again, processed foods lack. This is why bitches lick puppies all over, it is actually helpful to get some of this to the puppies mouth.

What if my dog or cat eats a bait?

Wildlife Services: Rabies Management - Oral Rabies Vaccine
This vaccine has been shown to be safe in over 50 different species of animals, including domestic dogs and cats. Eating a large number of baits may cause a temporarily upset stomach in your pet but does not pose a long-term health risk. Do not attempt to remove a bait from your pet; doing so may cause you to be bitten.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF MY DOG EATS CHOCOLATE?

Valley Lyons Pet Hospital - FAQS
Dogs love chocolate just like people do. But it's not good for them to eat chocolate because there is a component in chocolate called methylxanthine which can be very toxic to your pet. Different types of chocolate have different degrees of cocoa bean in them, which can affect your dog differently. For instance, milk chocolate: Baker chocolate and bitter or dark chocolate is more concentrated and takes very little to poison your pet.

What do you do if your dog eats clothing?

Dr. Dog Frequently Asked Questions
Monitor your dog and make sure he passes the clothing. If he doesn't then get him to a vet immediately because there could be an obstruction, which is very serious.

My dog sometimes eats grass. Is this normal?

Dog and Kennel Magazine Frequently Asked Questions Page
Often dogs eat grass to clear their digestive system. The grass induces vomiting and helps clear obstructions in the dog's digestive tract. This is completely normal and you should not worry unless diarrhea and loss of appetite accompany the grass eating. As always, if you have any questions regarding your dog's health, please contact your veterinarian.

What do I do for my dog that eats his feces?

Dr. Dog Frequently Asked Questions
Deter Coprophagia Treatment is a product that you feed to your dog to make his feces undesirable to eat. Some dogs can be trained to leave its waste alone, and quick clean up often helps. This is a common problem especially with puppies. Often puppies outgrow this problem.

What do you do if your dog eats clothing or fabric?

Dr. Dog Frequently Asked Questions
Monitor your dog and make sure he passes the clothing. If he doesn't then get him to a vet immediately because there could be an obstruction, which is very serious.

How often should I change my shampoo brand?

Hair Care FAQ
If you are using professional shampoos, you may never need to. On the other hand, water conditions can affect how some products react with your hair. Differences in water condition may prompt you to change to a different kind shampoo. If you travel frequently, you may need several different products depending on the local water conditions. Also, medication you take orally comes out in the hair.

Is it important to change the pet food I give to my dog or cat?

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It is not recommended to change the pet food you give to your dog or cat. Consistently giving your pet the same food ensures your dog or cat's digestive tract is functioning properly and your pet is producing firm and well-formed stools. Changing your pet food simply for the sake of varying its diet may result in your pet suffering from an upset stomach, something your four-legged friend can do without.

WHY SHOULD I CHANGE IF MY DOG IS FINE ON ITS PRESENT FOOD?

John Burns - Pet Health - frequently asked questions
Health problems are more likely on a low-quality food and they often develop without showing outward signs. A high-quality diet reduces the risk of a problem developing in the future.

Why is commercial dog food not good for my dog?

Raw Feeding FAQ
There are a range of problems with commercial dog foods. I will provide some links below, but in summary: a dog's food should never be cooked. It should be fed in a raw natural state like nature intended. Cooking a dog's food ruins most of the nutritional value. dogs should have access to raw meaty bones. These clean their teeth, work and develop their neck and jaw muscles, and the chewing action prepares their stomach for the incoming food mass.

What's the story behind the "butcher cover"?

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In the UK the Beatles' release sequence included Rubber Soul (1965) and Revolver (1966). In the US, Capitol avoided extra royalty costs by releasing an interim album called "Yesterday and Today", with some songs from the "Help", "Rubber Soul" and "Revolver" albums. (American law regulated the number of songs which could be included on an LP under a lower royalty rate; hence Capitol regularly issued Beatles LPs in shorter formats than their UK counterparts).

How do you recommend switching cat food to Fromm from another brand?

Fromm Family Foods - Cat Food Frequently Asked Questions (FA...
If possible switch the food gradually, over a period of a week or so. Start with a mixture of 25% Fromm and 75% of your old food and feed that for two or three days, then step it up to 50%-50%, and finally end up with a combo of 75% Fromm, 25% old food. If you don't detect any changes in your cats' digestion over the week's time, you can start feeding Fromm exclusively.

WHAT CAN I DO IN CASE MY DOG EATS MORE THAN THE PRESCRIBED AMOUNT OF DERAMAXX TABLETS?

Pet Owner Information - Novartis Animal Health Canada Inc.
Contact your veterinarian immediately if your dog eats more than the prescribed amount of DERAMAXX tablets.

My dog eats feces every time he goes outside. Is this unhealthy?

Hillsboro Veterinary Clinic Information
Coprophagy, or eating feces, is an unpleasant but common behavior of dogs. Unfortunately, dogs can become infected with intestinal parasites by ingesting excrement, which may contain microscopic parasitic eggs. Since your pet has been eating feces, it is very important that your veterinarian evaluate a stool sample to look for infection. There are several proposed causes for coprophagy.

Will I have to play a different brand or strength of reed if I change to a JodyJazz mouthpiece?

JodyJazz Frequently Asked Questions
Maybe. A new mouthpiece requires a new reed because your old reed has conformed to the old mouthpiece. Also a different tip opening, baffle and chamber might require a different brand or strength of reed. It is very important to keep an open mind about reeds when trying a new mouthpiece.

How do I make sure the food that my child eats is safe?

Frequent Questions | Response to 2005 Hurricanes | US EPA
Generally speaking, food that is safe for you to eat will be safe for your child to eat.
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