A blog for pets and their people

Our company was founded out of a desire to do better for the pets that enrich our lives in so many ways. Our blog is a place to honor those pets and the people who love them, with articles that cover topics including nutrition, mental and physical wellness, animal care, and more.

Strange Behavior Explained: Why Does My Dog Do a Handstand While Peeing?

Strange Behavior Explained: Why Does My Dog Do a Handstand While Peeing?

You might have thought a female dog lifting her leg to urinate was strange, but have you ever seen a dog do a handstand while peeing? While this might sound like something from a bad dream, there are …
Cat-Proof Christmas Tree: How to Keep Cats Away From Christmas Trees

Cat-Proof Christmas Tree: How to Keep Cats Away From Christmas Trees

They say curiosity killed the cat — and it could also ruin your Christmas tree. After the hard work of perfecting a pine with sparkling lights and beautiful ornaments, imagine the horror of seeing you …
Is Thanksgiving Food Safe for Dogs and Cats?

Is Thanksgiving Food Safe for Dogs and Cats?

Thanksgiving is the perfect moment to connect with your family, take stock of what you’re thankful for, and eat lots of food! Your pet is part of the family, so naturally, you’ll want to share this de …
Overweight Dog? How to Diagnose and Treat Obesity in Dogs

Overweight Dog? How to Diagnose and Treat Obesity in Dogs

We’ve all cooed over a cute “chubby” dog at the park or on social media and the statistics suggest a lot of us actually own one. Over 56% of dogs in the US are overweight, and while they may be a …
10 Minutes or 10 Hours: Do Dogs Have a Concept of Time?

10 Minutes or 10 Hours: Do Dogs Have a Concept of Time?

You open the front door to the sight of your dog: tongue out, shaking her hips and wagging her tail. A split second later she bounds over to you at 100 miles per hour. You’re arriving home from work b …
The Canidae Kibble Refill Station

The Canidae Kibble Refill Station

Did you know that 300 million pounds of pet food bags end up in landfills every year?Canidae is on a mission to change that. Introducing the Canidae Kibble Refill Station, a first of its kin …
Pandemic Pup Tips With Dr. Laura. Top Tips For Keeping Your Dog Safe, Happy and Healthy as You Return to the Office

Pandemic Pup Tips With Dr. Laura. Top Tips For Keeping Your Dog Safe, Happy and Healthy as You Return to the Office

5 tips for keeping a dog safe, happy and healthy as people return to the office and leave their “pandemic pups”Step 1: Be aware of signs of separation anxiety. It is real, especially for our pets w …
Limited Diet? Grain-Free? All Life Stages Dog Food? We Discuss the Best Food to Feed Your Dog

Limited Diet? Grain-Free? All Life Stages Dog Food? We Discuss the Best Food to Feed Your Dog

Here at Canidae®, we’re often asked “what’s the best food to feed my dog?” and if there was a simple answer we’d serve it up to you straight away! The fact remains that every dog is different, so the …
Why Are There So Many Poodle Mixes?

Why Are There So Many Poodle Mixes?

Poodle mixes are becoming increasingly popular. Poodles are fun loving, family dogs that have many great qualities. Energetic, smart and less allergenic than most breeds, what isn’t there to love abou …
New Puppy Check-list With Dr. Laura

New Puppy Check-list With Dr. Laura

Just expanded your family to include a new four-legged member? Congrats!  It is important to get your puppy started off on the right foot soon after you get him/her.  Dr. Laura Robinson, one …
Top Tips for Introducing a Cat to a New Home

Top Tips for Introducing a Cat to a New Home

Moving to a new home can be scary, whether you’re human or feline. Fortunately for your cat, their moving day should be relatively easy — at least once their new environment is prepared.  …
Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes?

Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes?

You’ve probably seen your dog slurp up a loose sweet potato fry at breakneck speeds. Or maybe they sit by the oven, hypnotized, as a sweet potato casserole heats up inside. What you may wonder is if s …