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.

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What Should I Do If My Dog Ate A Cockroach?

Let me guess. You’re probably here because your dog ate something you hate. Well, 2 years ago, I had the same question: “What will likely happen if...
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How To Make A Slow Feeder for Dogs

Eating too fast is very bad for your dog's digestion, and it can cause serious health problems. Learning how to make a slow feeder for dogs is an easy way to help slow him down.
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Can Dogs Eat Corn? (And Other Corn Forms)

Can dogs eat corn? Can my dog eat this delicious summertime favorite? When preparing fruits and vegetables, you might enjoy tossing your dog a piece...
Expensive Dog Food Brands

Expensive Dog Food Brands: Are They Worth the High Cost?

With all the dog food commercials out there, it can be pretty confusing to decide what is the best food for your pup. Our options...
Food for Dogs with Digestive Concerns

Recipe: Chicken and Beans for Dogs with Digestive Concerns

Your dog may have digestive problems for a number of reasons. For some dogs, it's a chronic condition, but for others it's simply due to eating something they shouldn't have. No matter the reason, this recipe for dogs with digestive concerns may be just the thing to help your pooch feel better.
15 Dog Nutrition Tips That Are Actually Science-Based

13 Dog Nutrition Tips That Are Actually Science-Based

Just Google the words dog nutrition tips, and you will be assaulted with a deluge of results. There are literally thousands of so-called tips. But which ones...
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Does Pet Insurance Cover Vet Visits?

Is your dog's regular vet visit coming up? Are you on a tight budget right now? You're maybe wondering, does pet insurance cover vet visits? The...
Zucchini Peanut Butter Dog Treats

Recipe: Peanut Butter Zucchini Dog Treats

Many commercial pet food products are full of artificial ingredients and fillers that provide no nutritional value. Making treats at home, like these peanut butter zucchini dog treats, allows you to have complete control over the ingredients used in the recipe and the preparation process.
Top Pet Food Industry Controversies

19 Controversies Surrounding the Pet Food Industry [Infographic]

The last decade hasn’t been easy for pet owners. There have been so many controversies surrounding the pet food industry that it’s hard to know...
Best Gluten Free Dog Foods and Recipes for Dogs with Gluten Sensitivity

The Best Gluten Free Dog Foods and Recipes for Dogs with Gluten Sensitivity

Despite what the "gluten free" fad will make you believe, cases of dogs with gluten allergies or gluten sensitivity are very rare. Similarly to the...
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...
How Healthy Natural Dog Food Really Is

How Healthy Natural Dog Food Really Is? A Critical Look

Many people choose to feed their dogs natural food, which makes sense really. I mean, we can all picture in our minds our dogs...

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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...
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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...