Pet Nutrition Basics: Shifting from What We Can Feed to What We Should Feed
For decades, the gold standard of pet nutrition has been found in a bag. The routine was simple: find a food your pet will eat, pour it in a bowl, and call it a day. But our understanding of pet health is evolving. It’s no longer just about filling bellies – it’s about providing optimal […]
10 Strange Cat Behaviors Every Cat Owner Knows
For us two-legged folk, they’re often called quirks or idiosyncrasies, but even we have to admit that these seemingly out-of-nowhere actions can seem plain strange! Today’s RAWZ blog will take a look at 10 strange cat behaviors exhibited by our feline companions and what they may mean or signify. 1. Knocking Things off Tables Perhaps […]
How Much Protein Does a Cat Need? Ensuring Your Feline Gets Enough of This Needed Macronutrient
We know the importance of protein in a healthy human diet, but have you ever asked yourself, “how much protein does a cat need?” As proud cat owners, we share a goal of helping our feline friends live long, healthy lives. The best way to promote the health and well-being of your cat is to […]
Kitten Nutrition 101: What to Feed, How Much & How Often [+ Feeding Chart]
Welcoming a kitten into your home is incredibly exciting! But along with the excitement of a new feline companion, comes some questions about kitten nutrition and the optimal way to feed a kitten. Fortunately our discussion today will focus on feeding your precious young feline, including an instructive feeding chart with information on how much […]
Why Air Dried Dog Food Works for Small Dogs
Working in the pet space is a wonderful experience on many levels. Perhaps the most rewarding is the opportunity to meet so many fantastic people, including pet parents, independent pet specialty retailers, and individuals dedicated to the health of our four-legged companions. One such individual is pet nutrition expert Terri Grow. Terri joined me for […]
Siamese Cats: Facts, History, Personality & More
Whether from Si and Am’s memorable appearance on screen in Disney’s Lady and the Tramp or their reputation as one of the world’s most recognizable cat breeds, Siamese cats have left their mark on pop culture. Let’s take a closer look at these intriguing felines’ history, characteristics, and their needs for a healthy life in […]
The Benefits of Pumpkin for Pets
At RAWZ, we hesitate to quickly jump on or be swayed by trends in pet nutrition, but when we see a versatile, beneficial ingredient making news, we just have to highlight it! And although they’re more well-known for making jack-o-lanterns, filling pies, or spicing coffee drinks, with many benefits to a pet’s health, the pumpkin […]
Why Your Cat is an Obligate Carnivore
As obligate carnivores, cats thrive on a meat-based diet. In fact, felines are both physically evolved and metabolically adapted for optimal health when eating animal-based proteins. Here’s what every cat owner should know about what makes cats obligate carnivores, how this affects their biology and nutritional needs, and more.
High-Protein Cat Food: Trend or Necessity?
Trends in nutritional product offerings for pets can seem as variable as the weather here in New England. With so much fluctuation, it can be hard to tell whether the popularity of certain recipes in the pet food space reflects a passing trend or is a true necessity for pet health. One topic that continues […]
The Best Daily Routine for a Happy Kitten
Whether for memory purposes, convenience, or practicality, the comfort of routine seems obvious. The same rationale for incorporating routine in our own lives also applies to a growing feline. In particular, it helps to establish sleep patterns, litter training, proper behavior, and bonding. Today, we’ll look at a basic daily regimen you can use for […]