When and how to do an elimination diet trial with your dog
Nutrition

When and how to do an elimination diet trial with your dog

There is no quick and easy blood test available to diagnose food allergies in dogs. The best approach is through an elimination diet trial. It's important to get this right - here are my tips and t...
How to get your fussy dog to eat their food. Part two.
Nutrition

How to get your fussy dog to eat their food. Part two.

Picky eating can be a really stressful challenge for dog owners. If your dog is in good health and you've tried the strategies in part one of our blog series on fussy eaters to no avail, then here ...
A fussy dog that will not eat its food and looks miserable
Nutrition

How to get your fussy dog to eat their food. Part one.

Fussy eating in dogs is really common. There are many things you can do to improve your dog's eating, but first it is really important to rule out some common health issues and feeding mistakes tha...
Picture of a Golden Labrador being given a pill containing glucosamine and chondroitin
Joint Health

Glucosamine and Chondroitin for dogs - Do they work?

Glucosamine and chondroitin are two nutraceuticals that are commonly given to dogs with arthritis. But how much evidence is there that they actually work?
Feeding your puppy for the best start in life
Nutrition

Feeding your puppy for the best start in life

Why you should be weighing your puppy monthly and plotting their weight on a puppy growth chart.
What to feed if you run out of Genius?
Nutrition

What to feed if you run out of Genius?

Recent bad weather has caused havoc with courier deliveries. Here's what you should do if you run out of Genius.
How a high Omega 3 diet can help your dog
Joint Health

How a high Omega 3 diet can help your dog

Omega 3 fatty acids can be really beneficial for dogs with arthritis and older dogs that are slowing down.
Feeding Pregnant and Lactating Dogs
Nutrition

Feeding Pregnant and Lactating Dogs

Getting the nutrition right for pregnant and lactating dogs is essential, but can be tricky. Read more here.
Is your dog food okay for puppies?
News

Is your dog food okay for puppies?

Although not originally formulated for puppies, Genius Pet Food Ocean Fish flavour meets the AAFCO specifications for feeding to puppies of all sizes and breeds.
Bull dog with food allergies eating dog food
Nutrition

The facts about food allergies

Food allergies are one of the most misunderstood of all dog health problems. Here are the real facts on food allergies.
When sharing is not caring
News

When sharing is not caring

Chocolate can be toxic to dogs - learn more about why that is, what to do if your dog has eaten chocolate and tips on prevention.
Sick dog at Christmas time
News

Dog proof your Christmas holidays

Top tips from a Kiwi veterinarian to keep your pet safe and healthy this Christmas
How much should I feed my dog?
Nutrition

How much should I feed my dog?

Energy needs vary between breeds, sexes and with activity levels. So how much should you feed your dog?
The right way to switch your dog's food
Nutrition

The right way to switch your dog's food

Many pets get an upset tummy if you introduce a new food too fast. Here's my advice on changing over to Genius Pet Food.
Beagle eating dog food that has been safely stored in original packaging
Nutrition

How to safely store and handle dog food

Pet food must be stored correctly so that it remains fresh and nutritious. Read my top tips for proper pet food storage.