The Rigby Journal

Everyday life with the animals we love. Mealtimes and playtime. Recipes and routines. And what goes in the bowl and why.

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Out & About 5 min read

Reactive dog training: how to make walks boring again

Reactive dog training isn't about stopping the bark. It's about rewarding the calm look. Our Look. Lick. Walk on. method, step by step.

News & Views 4 min read

What does human-grade mean? Why most of the pet aisle can't say it

Human-grade means human food rules from farm to finished product. Why most of the pet aisle can't say it, for dogs or cats, and how to read a label in seconds.

Health & Care 4 min read

Dog gut health: pumpkin, psyllium and slippery elm, explained

A new study just put psyllium husk in the spotlight. What it, pumpkin and slippery elm actually do in a dog's bowl, and why we put all three in one pouch.

Health & Care 4 min read

How to give a cat a pill: the 10-second spout trick

The cat knows. The cat always knows. Press the pill into the spout of a lickable pouch and let them lick it clean. No towel, no popper, no fight.

Training & Play 5 min read

Dog enrichment ideas: 10 ways to tire out the brain, not just the legs

You walked them for an hour. They're still staring at you. Ten dog enrichment ideas, a Sunday lick mat stack for the whole week, and why peanut butter isn't the answer.

Meals & Recipes 4 min read

What is a dog food topper, and how do you use one

They loved the food. Then they didn't. If dinner has turned into a negotiation, here's what a topper is, and why you don't need to ration ours.