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Hypothyroidism in Dogs: How Nutrition and Holistic Support Can Help
Can nutrition help a dog with hypothyroidism? We look at diagnosis, levothyroxine, raw feeding, iodine, kelp, natural food sources, and how holistic support can work alongside veterinary treatment.
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Sep 1010 min read


Why Freeze-Dried Treats and Meals Have Become Favorites Among Raw Feeders
Freeze-dried foods offer raw feeders more than convenient treats. From training rewards and meal toppers to complete meals for dogs and cats, here is why they have become such a useful part of the raw-feeding toolbox.
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Aug 279 min read


Two Years of Frank: What Our Super Senior Has Taught Us
Frank came to live with us at 17, and two years later he is still surprising us. Here is what our super senior has taught us about aging, flexibility, quality of life, and appreciating every bonus day.
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Aug 207 min read


Does Your Pet Really Need Supplements? It Depends
Does every pet need supplements? Not necessarily. Learn when supplements can be beneficial, why nutrition should always come first, and how to choose products that support your pet's individual needs.
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Aug 134 min read


When Your Dog Skips a Meal: What Is Normal and When to Worry
A skipped meal does not always mean something is wrong. Learn what to watch, when a topper may help, and when it is time to call your veterinarian.
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Aug 65 min read


Green Tripe for Dogs and Cats: Benefits, Uses, and UNPF Options
Green tripe is famous for its smell, but pets love what it brings to the bowl. Learn what it is, how it can be used, and which varieties UNPF offers.
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Jul 306 min read


Raw Pet Food and Bacteria: What the Numbers Really Mean
Raw chicken and raw pet food are regulated differently. See the actual USDA Salmonella percentages and learn why commercially prepared raw pet food faces a stricter standard.
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Jul 234 min read


Raw Feeding Is Easier Than the Internet Makes It Seem
The internet can make raw feeding feel complicated, but getting started does not have to be. You do not need to know everything or build the perfect bowl on day one. Learn why simple, sustainable changes and complete raw diets can make feeding fresh food easier than you think.
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Jul 164 min read


Organ Meats for Dogs: Nature's Multivitamin (and Why It's Not Complicated)
Organ meats are one of the most nutrient-dense additions you can offer your dog, but feeding them doesn’t have to be complicated. Learn why organs matter, how to introduce them gently, and which organ meat options are available at Unifour Natural Pet Foods.
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Jul 93 min read


Nature's Toothbrush: The Case for Natural Chews
Natural chews like chicken and duck feet help clean your dog’s teeth the way nature intended. Their crunchy texture removes soft plaque, supports joint health, and provides enrichment. Simple, single‑ingredient, and fully edible — a whole‑food way to support dental and overall wellbeing.
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Jul 22 min read


Raw Goat Milk: The Easiest Upgrade to Your Pet's Bowl
Raw goat milk is one of the easiest, most pet-pleasing upgrades you can make to a bowl— gentle on tummies, great for hydration, and loved by dogs and cats alike. Our 16 oz and our 1/2 gallon unpasteurized goat milk is in stock now and ready for pickup today.
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Jun 253 min read


Kidney Disease in Cats: What Their Biology Tells Us About Moisture & Protein
Chronic kidney disease affects most senior cats — but your cat's desert ancestry holds real clues for supporting kidney health. We unpack why moisture matters so much, where the protein debate really stands, and why raw-fed cats' bloodwork is so often misread as kidney disease.
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Jun 186 min read


Joint Health Starts in the Bowl
Connective tissue like trachea and gullet delivers natural glucosamine and chondroitin to
support your dog's joints — no supplements required.
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Jun 112 min read


My Grief Journey
Healing after losing Jasper has not been linear. Some days feel steady, others bring unexpected waves of grief. This is a reflection on sleep returning, energy rising, and learning to carry love and loss at the same time.
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Mar 23 min read


It's been a Week
It’s been a week since we laid Jasper to rest. Grief isn’t something to move through or get over, it’s something you learn to carry. This is a reflection on love, loss, exhaustion, and the great dane sized space he left behind.
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Feb 163 min read


Our Bonus Time Has Ended
Our bonus time has ended. This is the story of how we knew it was time, how we loved Jasper through his final moments, and how we’re learning to sit with the grief that follows.
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Feb 103 min read


Planning
Planning gives me a way to feel some sense of control over things that are completely out of my control. Unfortunately, we’ve been through the loss of a pet many, many times, and by now we usually know how it’s going to play out. The first part of the planning was making sure Jasper has all of the medication he needs to keep him mobile and comfortable. We already have comfortable places for him to lay in almost every room. Over the last several months, we’ve had to be very in
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Feb 84 min read


Processing
Loving pets means eventually learning how to sit with grief. This isn’t pre-grief. This is the real thing. This is how I’m processing the pain, the memories, the silver linings, and the bonus time we’ve been given.
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Feb 24 min read


Facing the Hardest Decision With Love
Almost 3 years ago we welcomed a skinny, but very tall brindle Great Dane into our home. His name is Jasper. He wasn’t living the life his original owners intended him to live and they graciously allowed us the chance to give him something better. Last spring I noticed he was slowing down a bit and taking a little longer to get up. He is a big guy (156 pounds) and it’s a lot of body to get up off the floor or bed, but it still caused me concern. Jasper turned 8 years old on J
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Jan 283 min read


Why Dogs Can't Properly Digest Cellulose (and Why That Matters)
Have you ever noticed when your dog eats grass (that's another blog for another day) it comes out looking exactly as it went in? If you give your dog vegetables that are not pureed first, you'll see whole pieces of vegetables that look nearly unchanged. Why? Because dogs are not built to efficiently digest cellulose , a major structural component of plants. Understanding how a dog’s digestive system works—and how it differs from ours—can help explain why heavily plant-based
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Jan 12 min read
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