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.

Can dogs eat durian

Can Dogs Eat Durian: 3 Reasons Why They Shouldn’t

So, the big question “Can dogs eat durian?” continues to baffle me as a dog parent to a curious, heavy chewer and a dessert...
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.
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Can Dogs Eat Cabbage? Benefits and Risks of Cabbage

Dogs are naturally omnivores. And with their smart minds, they are curious about all types of foods. However, certain foods can be harmful to dogs....
can dogs eat chocolate

Can Dogs Eat Chocolate? Everything You Need to Know

If you're a first-time pet owner, you might be wondering... "Can dogs eat chocolate?" As dog owners, we love to give our pets treats for...
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My Dog Ate Charcoal: 3 Potential Risks

Now that the air smells like summer and that barbecue is smokin’ real good in the yard… It’s probably that time of the year when...
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My Dog Ate Paper: Should I Be Worried?

Oh no! My dog ate paper! Is that bad?  As pet owners, we can't help but worry when our dog eats something they are not...
my dog ate cat food

My Dog Ate Cat Food: Why Is It Harmful?

Dogs eating cat food can bring a few scenarios in mind for fur parents who own both animals. Well, I’m one. Since I only have 1...
can dogs eat broccoli

Can Dogs Eat Broccoli? 6 Health Benefits for Your Fido

Bitter, sweet, and crunchy, people have a love-hate relationship with broccoli. But love it or hate it, a lot of research points to broccoli being...
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My Dog Ate a Rat: What Should I Do?

"My dog ate a rat! What should I do?" First, let's not panic. Dogs can sense it when we are feeling anxious and panicky. Some dogs have...
my dog ate a cockroach

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...
can dogs eat carrots

Can Dogs Eat Carrots: A Superfood For Fido

As a responsible fur parent, you always want to feed your dog healthy food.  When choosing veggies to include in your woofer’s household diet, carrots...
can dogs eat coconut

Can Dogs Eat Coconut? 5 Health Benefits for Your Pooch

There's no debate around it: coconut is delicious. Its meat is creamy and nutty, while the milk is rich. Plus, coconut water is refreshing, especially on...

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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...