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Holistic Alternatives for Proteins in Dog Food
Holistic Alternatives for Proteins in Dog Food

Many predict that there will be a shortage of traditional animal protein in the coming years and therefore, we have a rising interest in incorporating non-traditional proteins into companion animal diets. Much of this stems from factors related to trends such as pet humanization, functional nutrition and sustainability. Listen in as Chris Green shares not only the importance of protein in a dog’s diet, but what novel proteins are being introduced now and in the future that are beneficial to canine nutrition.

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NutritionKrista Karpowichdog, protein, Protein Sources, feeding, insects, alternatives, pet food, dog food, farm, cricket, amino acidsComment
What in the World is a Livestock Guardian Dog?
What in the World is a Livestock Guardian Dog?

The easy answer is an LGD is a dog that protects farm animals and livestock. The longer answer is an LGD is so much more than just a dog that protects livestock. LGD’s are dogs that have been bred for thousands of years to create a standard of guarding in dogs that we see today. There are many different breeds of LGD’s with different traits, personalities, strengths and weaknesses. Listen in as expert Jan Dohner shares the history of these amazing working dogs, how they manage predator control and the right environments for them to thrive. So cool!

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Well-BeingKrista Karpowichlivestock, herd, predators, guard, guardian, shepherds, sheep, fenced, coyotes, protectt, protect, flock, farm, chickens, livestock guardian dogComment