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A resource for pup-loving humans brimming with expert advice and inspiring tales from the canine community. Brought to you by Ollie, producers of healthy, all-natural dog food
Customize Your Pup’s Food Plan24 June 2026
12 MINS READ
The Ultimate Dog Food Ingredient Guide: How Much Do Ingredients Actually Matter?
Staring at a dog food label shouldn’t feel like reading a chemistry textbook. Learn how to decode the first 5 ingredients, spot marketing red flags, and understand why your pup needs nutrients, not just fillers, for a longer, happier life.
Bryan Agnolia, Dog Chef & Senior Manager of R&D
Bryan Angolia, CPC, Dog Chef & Sr. Manager of R&D, holds a BS in Culinary Nutrition and F…
14 January 2022
4 MINS READ
Is Your Dog Lonely? How You Can Tell
Does your dog look a little disappointed when you put on your shoes or grab your keys to leave and it’s clear they won’t be heading out with you? It’s normal for your pup to look a li…
12 January 2022
5 MINS READ
How to Calm a Pup with Serious Separation Anxiety
When I adopted my Cocker Spaniel Lola three years ago, her separation anxiety was so bad that she would cry the entire time when I left the house. I know this because I’d stand outside, listening…
10 January 2022
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Signs it’s Time to Change Your Dog’s Diet
The beginning of the year brings New Year’s resolutions for many pet parents. These might include taking more walks with your pup, eating healthier, and even shedding a few pounds. But what a…
28 December 2021
5 MINS READ
10 Breeds That Thrive in Cold and Snowy Weather
If you’re looking for a companion who will join you for a frolic in the snow or participate in winter sports like skijoring (where a dog pulls a person on skis) look no further than these 10 bree…
28 December 2021
4 MINS READ
Signs Your Dog is Bored (and How to Help!)
As a pet parent, you want your dog to have a wonderful and happy life. Unless you have the luxury of being a stay-at-home dog parent, your pup will likely spend some time alone and you might not be…
22 December 2021
4 MINS READ
8 Smart Home Products for Dogs
With Siri, Alexa, and Google controlling our homes (and let’s face it the majority of our lives) you might wonder if your pets can benefit from some of these smart home features and advances in t…
21 December 2021
5 MINS READ
Should I Spay or Neuter My Dog? What to Consider
There are many reasons why pet parents who aren’t seriously considering breeding their dogs should think about spay or neuter surgery. We looked at all of the pros and cons of spaying and neuteri…
17 December 2021
4 MINS READ
A Brief History of Dog Food
Dogs have been man’s best friend for hundreds of years, but specialty dog food is a relatively new phenomenon. Learn about the history of commercial dog food, where specialty diets came on the ma…
15 December 2021
5 MINS READ
14 Lessons We Can Learn from Our Dogs
Ask anyone who has ever owned a dog, and they will tell you that their dog has taught them many valuable life lessons. Today we look at 14 of the best lessons we’ve learned from our dogs, and how…
14 December 2021
3 MINS READ
The Science of Bonding with Our Dogs
We’ve all heard the expression, “man’s best friend” when it comes to our dogs, but did you know there is science behind the bond between humans and their canine companions. We looked at the…
