The Blog
Rooted in nature. Backed by intention.
This blog explores holistic care for dogs and their humans — through nutrition, plant medicine, energy balance, and intuitive support. Inside, you’ll find grounded guidance, healing stories, and tools to help you care more consciously and nourish more deeply.
Inside AAFCO and Big Pet Food: Why “Complete & Balanced” Isn’t What You Think
The Truth About AAFCO & Big Pet Food
Think AAFCO ensures your dog’s food is safe and healthy? Think again. AAFCO isn’t a regulatory agency—it’s an industry-led group that sets the minimum nutritional standards pet food companies must meet to slap on the “complete & balanced” label. And Big Pet Food? It’s dominated by five major corporations with deep ties to agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary schools. In this post, we break down how the system really works, who profits, and why your dog’s health depends on looking beyond the label.
Are Your Dog’s Vitamins Just Expensive Pee?
A vitamin is a vitamin… right? Not quite. In this post, we break down the difference between whole food nutrients and synthetic isolates — and why it matters when you’re trying to support your dog’s health (and yours), not just meet a label requirement.