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The Complete Pet Nutrition blog is home to practical pet food articles and everyday guidance for life with cats and dogs. This is where we share real tips that help you understand what goes into the bowl, what your pet needs at each life stage, and how small feeding habits make a big difference.

Articles for healthier, happier pets

Our collection of pet food articles covers everything from reading labels to portion control, weight management, switching diets and choosing between different types of pet food. These blogs link naturally to our wider education content, where you can explore topics like ingredients, digestibility and safe transitioning in more detail.

Not every article is strictly about food. Many cover behaviour, enrichment, training, seasonal care and vet-backed wellbeing advice, because good nutrition works best alongside a healthy routine.

This library of pet food articles is designed to help you make confident, informed choices. For more guidance, explore our Products pages, visit the Education section, or read why Complete is often recommended by vets.

Pet Nutrition

The Pros and Cons of Wet Canned Dog Food

As pet owners, we’re constantly trying to tick as many nutritional boxes as we can to ensure our dog(s) remain happy and healthy. While you’re no doubt doing a great job, there are a few things to consider when it comes to their diet. One such example is determining whether

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Pet Nutrition

Protein Considerations for Pups and Adults

Protein is best known for its ability to build and repair muscles, and for supporting a healthy immune system. It also contains those all-important amino acids necessary for shiny coats and healthy skin. The best protein sources for dogs include chicken, fish, beef, pork, turkey, and duck but the amount

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Pet Care

Doggie Bag Pros and Cons

Pet parents will know the temptation of giving leftover food to our dogs. It’s almost a way of making them feel part of the family! At least that’s how we view it. While many have their opinions about whether or not leftovers are good for dogs, there’s no right or

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Pet Education

How Many Calories Should your Dog Consume? We Find Out!

Maintaining your pet’s weight will assist in keeping their blood sugar levels down, lowering their cholesterol, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. One fail-safe way to get this right is by monitoring their calorie consumption.  Now, if you’re anything like us, it’s an intimidating thought. Especially considering

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Pet Nutrition

The Role of Fatty Acids in Pet Nutrition

Is it just us, or does the mere mention of ‘fats’ in food send us spinning? Many believe them to be bad and the reason for weight gain. The reality? Your body needs healthy fats for energy and to support cell growth. Of course, moderation is key to avoid adverse

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Pet Health

Weight Gain in Senior Dogs

As much as we’d love to turn back the clock, or stop time entirely, our pets are going to age whether we like it or not. Those of you with senior dogs will know that it’s still a joy having them around, but there’s a need to tailor their activities

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Pet Nutrition

Dog Breeds and their Nutritional Needs

Pet owners often associate health problems in dogs with their specific breed. Bulldogs, for example, are notorious for overheating, Labradors are known to easily gain weight, German Shepards are more susceptible to hip dysplasia, and the list goes on. While each breed has its ‘quirks’, it’s not to say that

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Pet Health

A Healthy Dog Diet Should Include Fibre. Here’s Why.

Dogs are not only a man’s best friend, they’re also pretty darn similar to us in so many ways. Their loving and caring natures, for sure, but they also have very similar nutritional needs.  Case in point: Fibre. This kind of carbohydrate is best known for its impact on our

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Pet Nutrition

The Great Debate: Dry Food vs. Wet Food

Ever wondered whether the food you’re feeding your dog actually meets their nutritional needs? Welcome to the club! While we’ll likely always fret about the wellbeing of our pooches, it’s only because of how much we love them. Plus, chances are you’re nailing it! To ease your mind, the rule

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Pet Behaviour

Fancy a Stroll? Your Dog Sure Would!

Raise your hands if you love exercising… *cue the cricket noises*. Kidding, we know at least some of you do. What we know for sure, is that doggos love it the most! And for good reason.  Exercising keeps them healthy and limber, and can even reduce behavioural problems. Most of

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