Raspberries are a tasty and nourishing fruit enjoyed by many people. But what about our furry friends? Can dogs eat raspberries? The answer is yes, but it’s essential to know how to feed them to your dog safely. As with any food, it’s important to remember that dogs need a balanced diet. While raspberries can…
Can Dogs Eat Pistachios? Anyone who owns a mutt knows just how much our furry friends love peanut butter treats. In fact, most dog trainers will recommend that you give your dog a peanut butter treat every once in a while. So, if pooches love peanut butter, does it mean that it is safe to…
It’s only natural for humans to want to share the same food they eat with their dog, so when those soft, irresistible eyes peer up at you from beneath the Thanksgiving Day table, how can you resist? The good news is that turkey can be a healthy treat for dogs, but only if it’s fed…
Just like people, dogs have different reactions to spicy foods. Some dogs can’t get enough of them while other dogs avoid them at all costs. Either way, spicy foods are not good for your dog. They can be dangerous and even life-threatening, so you should not be feeding hot and spicy foods to your dog…
It’s summertime, the season of fresh and nutritious vegetables when even those of us are more likely to eat healthy local produce who otherwise opt for the convenience of processed foods. Yet, you may be unsure as to what to do with the excess amounts in your fridge or on your plate, curious whether your…
We’ve all been there: you’re cutting up some delicious, fresh fruit and your dog comes running as soon as they hear the knife chops. They plop down at your feet and look up lovingly into your eyes praying that you drop something. Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and hydrating water. Humans…
When Your Dog Wants What You Want Have you ever tried to eat around a dog? They stare you down and their eyes can feel like laser beams burning into your inner conscience. Their evil plan is to guilt you into sharing whatever yummy morsels you are chowing down on. Dogs seem to be hungry…
Introduction Dogs are pretty intelligent creatures. Anyone who owns a pooch knows this to be true. However, not every dog knows what foods will be harmful to her to eat. For this reason, your dog may want to share with you pickles or pickled items. The question is, should you allow your pooch to share…
With the summer months upon us, many dog owners want to give their dogs a treat to cool them off. Today we will answer the lifelong question of “Can my dog eat ice cream?”. Keep reading to learn if ice cream is actually safe for your dog! Ice Cream and Dog Basics The first thing…
It’s no surprise that our vocal, pack-loving, and very furry friends descended from wolves. Yes, even tiny Pomeranians! Wolves hunt in packs and are strict carnivores whereas dogs, just like us, are accustomed to an omnivorous diet. Humans also descended from people who only used to eat raw meat before they discovered fire, but most…
Don’t Let Your Dog Make You Feel Guilty Does your dog make you feel guilty at dinner time? Most dogs will stare hopefully at you while you are eating, waiting for you to share whatever is on your plate. Many of us will give in to their pleading eyes and share a morsel or two….
TO FEED OR NOT TO FEED It is often thought of as an on-going debate, the question of whether or not peanut butter is a safe human food to give to dogs. This question has in fact been answered with a strong ‘Yes’ from the majority. Not only is it okay to give a dog…
Yes, eggs are good for dogs. Every part of the egg from the shell to the yolk is beneficial to the dog and should be given moderately. If given in excess, it may cause health problems. Eggs are an excellent source of a digestible protein boost. Eggs can help settle dogs stomach upset. You can…
Many fishing enthusiasts know: if summer, it’s the salmon season. There’s nothing quite like heading out on a boat with your friends, family members, and as a pet owner, maybe even your dog, to catch something delicious to eat for dinner or preserve in various ways for later consumption. Amongst the types of fishes hobby…
The Salty Dog is a cute name for a bar or restaurant, but in reality, salt can be harmful, even deadly to our canine friends. In small amounts, salt ingestion may cause annoying diarrhea, but a larger intake can cause severe symptoms like seizures. Dog owners can best protect their pets by educating themselves on…
Most of us humans have a love-hate relationship with chocolate, loving the taste and hating that too much of that love can create weight issues. A similar situation exists for the dog world, but, in their case, they hate part isn’t that they’ll get fat. Their canine bodies hate chocolate because it can make them…
If you’re looking for a safe and healthy snack to feed your dog, try carrots. Your dog can eat both raw and cooked carrots, and the America Kennel Club links feeding your dog carrots to several health benefits. If you’re curious how to feed your dog carrots and more, read on. Can You Give Your Dog Raw…
Your dog is your friend and an important member of the family. But dogs see us humans eat our food, and want to eat it, too. Sometimes they can’t help but get into things just because they’re so curious. Dogs are natural scavengers and will eat anything they deem edible. They evolved from their ancestors, wolves, who…
Like most dog owners today, you want to feed your pet a healthy diet. Or maybe you are just looking for healthier treats to reward your dog or ways to keep its skin and coat healthy. There are so many different choices these days in dog food and treats that it can be difficult to…
It’s been said our dogs are our best friends. If that’s the case, isn’t it imperative that we feed them more mindfully? Shouldn’t we want to enrich their diet so much so that they become better able to live a longer, more energetic life by our sides? As we become more aware of and diligent…
Dog parents are always on the lookout for healthy ways to add variety to their fur kids’ diet or to reward them with treats. Many of the same foods that are good for humans are also good for dogs. Just like humans, dogs can develop a variety of ailments or health conditions as a result…
Corn is available in a variety of forms. Are any or all of these forms healthy for your dog to partake in? As a pup parent, you will want to ensure that you’re only providing your dog with the most nutritional foods. If you shared corn with your dog, don’t fret! Corn is not only…
Too often, dog owners are conditioned to know what their precious pooches cannot eat rather than what they can. Sure, dog food offers the appropriate amount of nutrition and vitamins to ensure a canine’s diet is sound, but the processed bits are far from natural, posing the question of whether the dog is meeting its…
Every Thanksgiving, over 45 million turkeys are eaten each year. Eaten by people, that is. But how about man’s best friend? Should you pull up a seat for your dog at the Thanksgiving Day dinner table? You might be curious as to whether it’s OK to feed turkey to dogs. The answer seems like it would be…
As any good pet-lover knows, we want our dogs to be as healthy and happy as possible. After all, dogs are man’s best friend. There are many myths circulating about what is considered toxic for our puppy friends, and what are okay for them to eat. For example, it’s fairly common knowledge to keep your…
Asparagus is a vegetable that is dense with nutrients that are beneficial to our bodies. Yes, it can make your urine smell weird, but the tradeoff is that asparagus is a great source of vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6. The benefits don’t stop there. You also get a healthy dose of protein, fiber,…
With the warm summer months coming up, are you looking for a fresh, hydrating snack for your dog? According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), one option could be lettuce! If it is the right variety and in the right amount. Many types of lettuce are 90 % water and can be a fun, new treat for your…
For many of us, our dog is not just a pet it is a family member. We want to provide our four-legged friends with the best possible lifestyle, and this includes what we feed them. Pet owners find themselves wanting to share food items with their dogs, including things like pieces of watermelon on hot…
Dog owners frequently wonder which foods are safe to feed their dog, and fruits and vegetables are no exception. While many fruits and vegetables are healthy for humans, they may not always be healthy for dogs, and often times a seemingly harmless food for humans can be disastrous to a dog’s health. People typically associate…
Introduction You decide to use it in one of your favorite baking recipes. As you pop your delicious treat into the oven, you notice that your hairy little friend is staring at you with his tail wagging. At that moment, you realize that your little buddy deserves a treat, but you have nothing to give….
As a dog owner, it is possible you have found yourself asking many times, regardless of what it is, “Can my dog eat this?” This comes from the fact that nearly all dogs will use those big, soft eyes, and perhaps some convincing whimpering, to get you to share with them what you are obviously…
What Is Popcorn? You are sitting on the couch eating popcorn and some kernels fall on the floor. Before you reach down to pick it up, your doggie picks it up and eats them. Help, my dog ate popcorn kernels, is popcorn bad for a dog? First, let’s look at what is popcorn. People believe…
