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Pet Nutritional Consultation Diet is a difficult subject when it comes to pet care. There is a lot of advice out there, and there are many brands and types of food to choose from. The ingredients that some advocate are spurned by others. There are pet foods formulated for breed, size, age, and other criteria, …

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On September 18th, Ben’s Barketplace was recognized by Pointy as this months retailer spotlight. A leader in advanced technology geared towards increasing store sales and opportunities, Brad & Sally Romero use the Pointy system to increase their online presence and search engine ranking! He came across Pointy on Facebook and decided to give it a try “We …

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Are you thinking about owning a pet store franchise? Owning a franchise as opposed to starting your own business from scratch has many benefits. With franchise ownership (vs starting your own business) there is a built-in business structure with an identifiable brand and proven marketing plan. Developing your business model and identifiable brand takes a …

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Taking care of your furry friend shouldn’t be difficult. Make sure they receive plenty of love and attention, take them into the vet regularly, get them out to socialize and exercise and feed them nutritious food. The food part however can prove far more challenging than it should. Big brand pet food providers often offer …

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Taking care of your dog starts with making sure they are properly fed and given plenty of water. However, if you don’t know what to look for you may confuse a slender dog with malnutrition. There are several signs of malnourishment: Dog’s Appearance If your pet’s ribs, pelvic bone and lumbar are prominent, with a …

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Searching for the right food for your dog is important. You don’t want to just settle for the big name brand, boasting you receive an extra 20% for free! Cheaply priced dog food is exactly that: cheap. It’s like putting cheap, processed food into your body every single meal. You might save money, but you …

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Do you love pets? Are you the person who gravitates towards the furry little friend in someone’s house instead of spending time with the people? Perhaps you would spend all day, every day, walking with your pup or playing with your cat. If this sounds like you, opening an organic pet food store may be …

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  When Bronco came to us he was just over 5 years old, he was full of dandruff, had bouts of overly-rambunctious play followed by near collapse– he would tire in seconds. At 103 pounds, he’d lumber down the hallway, and put himself to bed early – he genuinely seemed to enjoy being with us, …

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Dr. Jyl Rubin goes to Ben’s Barketplace in Roseville to discuss the importance of natural and raw foods for dogs and cats. A “species correct diet” can help keep pets healthy, especially if their owners have tested and know their pet’s food intolerance and allergies.

You are what you eat – and that is true for pets, too! People are not the only creatures impacted by their diets. Your cat, dog, or other pet is equally at risk of drawbacks from poor food choices. The worst foods for your pet are relatively easy to identify. They are the commonly used, …

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