Pet Digest

 Whole-Prey vs Raw Diets for Dogs: Understanding the 80/10/10 Rule and What “Whole Prey” Really Means 🥩 Introduction: The “Natural” Diet Debate Across social media and the raw feeding community, terms like “whole prey,” “prey model,” and “BARF” are everywhere. But what do they really mean? While both whole-prey feeding and raw diets aim to mirror what dogs might eat in the wild, there are important differences in balance, sourcing, and nutrient content — and even more confusion when kibble brands borrow the term “whole-prey” for marketing. Let’s break down what these diets actually involve, how the 80/10/10 ratio fits in, where nutrient differences arise, and what science (and experience) show about the health impact of feeding fresh, whole foods. --- 🐺 1. What Is a Whole-Prey Diet? A whole-prey diet means feeding an entire animal — fur, feathers, organs, bones, and all — often in the form of small prey like rabbits, quail, rats, or fish. This diet aims to replicate what a wild c...

🐾 SquarePet Dog Food: Changing the Tides of the Retail Floor It’s not often that a new brand enters the scene and makes retailers and pet parents alike stop and take notice—but SquarePet is doing just that. With a science-backed philosophy, ingredient integrity, and vet-formulated diets that actually put pets first, SquarePet is quietly—but firmly—changing the landscape of the dog food aisle. 📦 Who Is SquarePet? SquarePet is a **family-owned, independent pet food company** based out of San Diego, California. Founded by veterinarians and industry insiders who were frustrated by the compromises of corporate pet food, their goal is to combine **nutritional science with ingredient purity**—without the marketing gimmicks or misleading claims that have plagued big brands. They offer a focused product line, including: Veterinarian Formulated Solutions™ – for food sensitivities, digestion, kidney support, etc. SquareEgg™ – a novel-protein, egg-based formula for dogs wi...