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GMO Pet Foods Perceived as Unsafe by Pet Owners, Despite Evidence to the Contrary
Despite substantial evidence that pet food ingredients containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are safe, many consumers continue to view them with skepticism. During this year’s Petfood Forum, Global Nutrition Advisor for Waltham, Richard Butterwick, discussed some of the perceptions — and misconceptions — surrounding GMOs. According to Butterwick, much of consumers’ mistrust of GMOs stems […]
Wisconsin Aquarium Club to Raise Funds for Pets in the Classroom
Pets in the Classroom will be receiving a boost later this year courtesy of the Green Bay Aquarium Society. The Green Bay Aquarium Society recently announced that its annual Fall Auction will support Pets in the Classroom. The auction is scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 29, 2017, at the Starlite Club in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. […]
New Report Indicates Pet Obesity on the Rise
According to a new report from Banfield, a third of dogs and cats in the United States are overweight. The study, conducted by Banfield, sampled animals at Banfield animal hospitals across the United States. The results suggest that pet obesity continues to be a growing problem for both cats and dogs. Compared to just ten […]