Pancreatitis in dogs is a painful condition that often requires a special diet. The last thing you want to do is feed your dog anything that’s going to make the condition worse. Depending on how bad your dog’s pancreatitis is, your vet may have given him a special diet to help him feel better. Unfortunately, …
Should your dog eat Spam? Technically, no. You could argue that Spam contains some of the ingredients your dog requires for nutrition. However, it also contains way too much sodium to sustain a dog’s health. Too much Spam for your furry friend adds significant sodium, sugars, and fats to his/her diet. A small amount of …
Do you have an underweight dog? Worried pet owners sometimes think the worst. It’s true that there are serious conditions like cancer that can cause weight loss. Most of the time, however, reasons why a dog isn’t gaining weight is a simple fix. If you’re worried because your new puppy (or older dog) is losing …
If you’re thinking of changing your dog’s diet, this is the post for you. Weighing the options between freeze-dried raw dog food vs raw food diets can be overwhelming. There are a lot of questions to consider before diving in, especially if your dog has only ever eaten kibble. By the time you’ve finished reading …
Did your dog get a hold of an apple and swallow it? You may not have even noticed at first, but now you suspect he may have eaten the whole thing…apple core and all! Before you panic, there’s good news. You’ve probably been told that whole apples (including the seeds) cause cyanide poisoning in dogs, …
Is black-strap molasses safe for dogs to eat? If you have a sweet tooth, you probably know how delicious regular molasses is. The rich, dark, velvety texture is a prime ingredient in many recipes. Black-strap molasses is a totally different beast. It has the same dark, rich appearance, but the taste is nowhere near as …
Wondering if your dog can safely eat tortillas? The short answer is that a small amount probably won’t do any harm. Of course, it shouldn’t be a staple in the dog’s diet either. Tortillas are made from flour and/or corn which is a hefty dose of carbohydrates for a dog. Too much of a good …
You might be surprised to learn that adding jerky treats to your dog’s diet is okay. Sometimes. The trick is understanding that beef jerky is not all the same. Visit any store and you’ll find a variety of beef jerky products. Of course, these are made for human consumption and often contain way too much …
Can dogs eat bologna? This simple question requires a more complex answer. Occasionally giving your dog small amounts of bologna may be acceptable. However, if this becomes a habit, your dog’s health will eventually suffer. People love bologna for many reasons. It’s tasty, easy to incorporate into the diet, doesn’t require cooking or added preparation, …
Sharing a ginger snap is never going to hurt your dog. Or is it? Generally speaking, a piece of ginger snap or even some gingerbread isn’t going to hurt your dog. But what if he/she has food sensitivities? What if you accidentally give your dog a cookie with an artificial sweetener in it? This post …
