Dog Blog

Dr. Ernie covers the many reasons a higher protein diet helps keep dogs fit and healthy. Proteins make your dog feel full or “satiated.” Protein triggers a complex cascade of hormones within the gut that signals the brain to stop eating. Higher protein also helps preserve and build lean muscle mass.

This is part 3 in Dr. Ernie Ward’s 3 part series on pet obesity. Pet obesity is an epidemic that is severely hurting the quality of life of the pets we love. Dr. Ward highlights his basic weight loss strategy that has helped numerous pets live longer, healthier, and happier lives.

This is part 2 in Wild Earth Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Ernie Ward’s 3 part series on pet obesity. In this article, we’ll look at why obesity is a controversial topic (but shouldn’t be) and at how you can determine if your pet has a weight issue and what to do next.

Pet obesity is the number one threat facing our pets' health. In 2005 Wild Earth Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Ernie Ward founded the Association for Pet Prevention. He's on a mission to help pets live longer, happier, and healthier lives. In this article - the first in a 3 part series - he tackles the severe health risks associated with pet obesity.

We have another recipe from Bay Area food writer, Hannah Kaminsky. This is part of our series of recipes to add some fun to your Wild Earth bowl. This is Good Boy Gravy!

Summer is here! That means fun in the sun for us and our four-legged family members, but it also means some hidden dangers for your dog.  By following Dr. Ernie's simple guidelines, you can ensure your pup enjoys summer safely.

With 4th of July fireworks around the corner - plus loud summer thunderstorms - lots of pet parents want to make sure they create a safe environment when their pup is scared by the loud noises. Dr. Ernie addresses the causes and possible solutions.

A recent customer survey showed that 86% of people who fed a meat-based diet before switching to Wild Earth, saw a health improvement in their dog after making the switch! We asked about taste, energy, joint health, digestion, stool quality, and more and all of the results were overwhelmingly positive. Let’s take a closer look at what they reported...

To celebrate the beginning of summer we’ve partnered with Bay Area food author, Hannah Kaminsky on some fun, ‘Summertime Sweet Treat’ recipes using our Wild Earth Superfood Treats. Hannah Kaminsky is the author of My Sweet Vegan and Vegan Desserts, and creator of the award-winning blog Bittersweet.

Let's celebrate the Dog Moms of Wild Earth! At Wild Earth, our work is more than just a job. Many of us are pet parents and we put our heart and soul into making the best dog food possible for our furry friends! 

We have another recipe from Bay Area food writer, Hannah Kaminsky. This is part of our series of recipe's to add some fun to your Wild Earth bowl. This is Puppy Peanut Sauce!

Most of the country will begin easing COVID-19 stay-at-home restrictions over the next few weeks. Like many of you, I’m eager to get back to work and “normal life,” but also want to be safe. One of the most common questions I’m receiving lately is, “How will my dog behave when I return to work?”