Dog Food & Nutrition

Articles, studies and advice on best dog food brands, interviews with vets on dog nutrition, reviews of top dog food choices and videos of how to read dog food labels, how to feed a dog, and everything else a responsible dog parent needs to know about dog foods.

How to Feed Dogs With Liver Disease

How to Feed Dogs With Liver Disease

Unfortunately, liver disease in dogs is a common occurrence. But fret not, there are proper ways to feed dogs with liver disease. Your veterinarian will...
Top 9 Dog Food Label Tricks Pet Owners Need to Know

9 Dog Food Label Tricks Pet Owners Need to Know

Take note of these dog food label tips on your next trip to a pet store. Is it possible you've been feeding semi-healthy foods to...
The Pros and Cons of Fresh Dog Food

The Pros and Cons of Fresh Dog Food

There are many benefits to feeding your pup fresh dog food, but you should carefully consider the downside before you make the switch or...
Low Protein Diet for Dogs - The Ultimate Guide

Low-Protein Diet for Dogs: The Ultimate Guide

Once the vet informs you that you need to change to a low-protein diet for dogs, the questions start popping up: what is a...
7 Pet Food Toxins Causing Most Dog Food Recalls - A Science-based Review

7 Pet Food Toxins Causing Most Dog Food Recalls: A Science-based Review

Toxins have featured prominently in pet food recalls over the past few decades. In this article, we’re taking a science-based look at some of...
Bone Broth Recipe for Dogs

How to Make Bone Broth for Dogs

Bone broth is an easy way to add nutrition to your pup's diet. Learning how to make bone broth for dogs is simple, and only requires a few ingredients.
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The Dog Cancer Diet: What You Should Know

Treating canine cancer is often a multi-pronged approach that includes care, medication, and nutrition. Today, I want to talk a little bit about the...
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Recipe: Dog Friendly Cake with Beef

I don't know about you, but I don't need a reason to spoil my dogs. It's especially fun to make their birthday or adoption day extra special! This dog friendly cake recipe is always a crowd pleaser with my pack, and I'm sure your canine companion will love it too.
DIY Dog Food Storage

DIY Dog Food Storage: 3 Easy Ideas

Buying dog food in bulk saves money, and it's a necessity if you have multiple pets. Figuring out what to do with the leftovers can be a challenge. Maybe one of these DIY dog food storage ideas will work in your home.
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Recipe: Homemade Dog Food for Joint Pain

Sadly, more than 25% of dogs will suffer from joint pain in their lifetime. For some dogs, these problems come with old age. This homemade dog food for joint pain may be a good option to alleviate the swelling and pain associated with joint issues.
slow cooker chicken dog food

Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken, Rice and Veggie Meal

While homemade dog food can be time consuming, using a slow cooker makes it much more convenient. This recipe is simple and healthy.
Homemade Dog Pill Pockets

How To Make Homemade Dog Pill Pockets

Homemade dog pill pockets smell like human food, and they're sure to entice even the pickiest pups. Plus, they'll save you a lot of money!

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...