General Nutrition
It’s a Gut Feeling
Ultra Pet’s got them covered, from snout to tail! Introducing a new product in our prescription diet range, Gastric Liquid Care, Liquid Recovery Porridge. Made for both dogs and cats, in all shapes, sizes and ages, this formula is designed to give your pet the boost they need when sick or recovering from surgery. Happy … Read more
Can Dogs Eat Chocolate?
Chocolate is well loved by humans everywhere. The only real danger of chocolate for humans is gaining weight or acquiring dental issues. Dogs find chocolate equally delicious, and even though cats are pickier eaters, the affect chocolate has on them stays the same. What exactly is this affect? Let’s answer the question, ‘Can cats … Read more
Cat obesity and weight loss
Cat obesity is on the rise due to a variety of reasons. Here at Ultracat we introduced our Metabolic range to aid your cat in losing weight. Obesity increases the risk for : Diabetes Mellitus Osteoarthritis Heart disease Certain types of cancer FLUTDS ( Feline lower urinary tract disease) Your road to a healthy … Read more
Deciphering dog food labels
We all want to give our beloved dogs the very best nutrition we can, but when faced with the display of dog food on offer, it can be a little daunting to know which to choose.
Osteoarthritis in pets
Joint problems are common among dogs, especially as they get older. Certain breeds are more prone to joint ailments, but any trauma or surgery to the joints can affect your dog.
Treats for Dogs
When your dog does something well or responds correctly during training, you need to reward his/her good behaviour.
How to Store Dog Food
Get the most out of your dog food by storing it correctly. When an ingredient is harvested, its nutritional levels start dropping and the rate of degrading depends on how the food is stored.
Feeding your Pregnant or Nursing Dog
Having a litter of puppies can be very exciting, but a pregnant bitch needs the right diet to keep her healthy and give her puppies the best start in life.
Dog Food Nutrients
All dogs need a wide range of nutrients to live a healthy life. These range from the macro-nutrients to micro-nutrients.
Can I feed my dog leftovers?
Dogs thrive on a simple and consistent, scientifically balanced diet. Adding leftovers can upset their digestive systems, and some foods are highly toxic.