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4 min readTrick or Treat: Treats your Pets Should Avoid
Spooky season is here, but do you know what treats are safe for your pet? Learn more about why your dog & cat should avoid xylitol, chocolate and other ingredients, and find out what Halloween dog and cat treats are safe for your pet.
5 min readNutrition for Senior Cats: Supporting Health with Gently-Cooked Cat Food
Do you have a senior cat? In this article, learn about the key nutrients essential for senior cats, common health concerns, and how our gently-cooked cat food can help keep your senior cat healthy and happy.
8 min readTom&Sawyer’s Ultimate New Puppy Checklist
Your ultimate new puppy checklist is here! Here's everything you need to know about bringing a new puppy home, including a puppy shopping list, food recommendations, how to find a vet, and more.
3 min read8 Creative Ways to Use Gently-Cooked Foods as Enrichment Tools for Your Dog
Enrichment tools for dogs can help with mental stimulation, learning, and provide your pup with overall happiness. Learn how to combine healthy, gently-cooked food and enrichment tools to give your pup hours of fun and learning.
4 min readWhy Gently-Cooked Food Is Good for Your Dog
What is gently-cooked dog food, and why is it a healthy and delicious choice for your dog?
3 min readDog Friendly Patios in Toronto: Our Top Picks
At Tom&Sawyer, not only do we feed our pets like family, but we treat them like family, too! That means taking them with us wherever we go, so here's a list of some of our favourite dog friendly patios in the city.
9 min readLife as a Dog Dad: How Dogs Impact the Emotional Well-being of Their Dads
Our pets are a part of our family and everyone that has a dog, a cat, or any pet can understand that the bond between a pet and a paw-rent is one of the most fulfilling feelings! Read more about our co-founder's bond with his pup, Sawyer.
gently cooked dog food5 min readAdjusting to Your Aging Canine Companion
As our furry friends grow older, they often begin to experience a range of physical and behavioural changes that can be challenging to navigate. Find out how to manage changes to appetite and energy levels in your senior dog.
6 min read5 Ways To Protect Your Dog From The Summer Heat
Summer is here! Learn the signs of dehydration in dogs, how to test for dehydration, and what you can do to help your pup if they are overheating and in need of water.
4 min readWhy is My Cat Shedding So Much? Nutrition Tips to Stop Your Cat’s Excessive Shedding
Are you worried that your cat might be shedding too much? Nutrition plays a big role in your cat's coat health, so read on for nutrition tips and tricks that will help stop your cat's excessive shedding.
4 min read5 Toxic Foods for Dogs
Do you give your dog a bite of your food every now and then? If you're wondering what food is toxic for dogs and what is safe, here are 5 common ingredients your dog should avoid.
3 min read5 Reasons Why Your Pet Needs a Dog or Cat Food Subscription
Pet food subscriptions provide convenience, consistency, and take one less thing off your to-do list. Better yet, they ensure that your pet never runs out of food again. Here are our top 5 reasons to start a pet food subscription.