PurePaw Academy
Science for a longer, healthier life for your dog or cat. Short, sourced and free.
Foundations
- 1Healthspan vs lifespan: the years that actually matterMost owners ask how long their pet will live. The better question is how many of those years will be good ones.3 min read
- 2Body condition: the strongest proven lever for a longer lifeNo supplement, superfood or special diet has evidence as strong as this one: keep your pet lean.4 min read
Nutrition
- 3What a good diet for dogs and cats actually containsA good diet is not about one magic ingredient. It is about being complete, balanced and suited to the animal eating it.4 min read
- 4Pet food unmasked: what the label does not tell youMost pet food is legal and complete on paper. The label still leaves out a lot of what you would want to know.5 min read
- 5Homemade pet food: how to make it complete and safeFresh food can be a great choice. Without proper balancing, it can also slowly cause deficiencies you will not notice for months.5 min read
Everyday care
- 6Movement and muscle: staying strong into old ageOlder pets rarely slow down because of one disease. Often they slowly lose the muscle that keeps them moving.3 min read
- 7Early signs your pet's health is changingDogs and cats hide discomfort well. By the time a problem is obvious, it has often been developing for a while.3 min read
- 8Longevity research in dogs: what is happening nowResearch into ageing in dogs is moving quickly. It is exciting, and it is also early.3 min read
PurePaw provides educational information based on current veterinary and nutritional science. It is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before making significant changes to your pet's diet, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors or pets with health conditions. Only feed a homemade diet when it is properly formulated and balanced.