All dog parents want to give their dog the best nutrition possible. While store-bought kibble is convenient and relatively low priced (compared to canned or fresh diets), it does have nutritional shortfalls. Today’s blog post covers 10 low cost, easy ways to make any dry dog food diet better. *Note: Consult your dog’s veterinarian about … Read More »
Dog Food
Can Dogs Eat Bell Peppers?
If you’re a dog parent, you probably already know most dogs will eat just about anything. Usually, if food falls to the floor, your dog will likely be right there to pick it up. But not everything humans eat is good for dogs. Read more: The Ultimate Guide to Foods You Can and Can’t Feed … Read More »
Can Dogs Drink Beer, Wine or Liquor?
Many people enjoy a beer or two on a hot day. But is it safe to share a cold one with your dog? And what if your dog drinks beer or other alcohol left sitting out? While it may seem fun – or cute – to have a beer with your dog, please don’t. There … Read More »
Grain-Free Diets and Heart Disease in Dogs
About a year ago the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first released a statement alerting dog owners about a possible link in canines between dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and a diet containing peas, lentils, potatoes and other legumes as a main ingredient. These ingredients are commonly found in diets advertised as “grain-free”. The FDA suggested … Read More »
What to Do If Your Dog is a Picky Eater
Most dogs will eat anything and everything without any hesitation. However, there are a few dogs that just don’t have much enthusiasm for their food. It can be concerning if your dog doesn’t show interest in his or her food. Before you try to correct the problem of a picky eater, make sure your dog … Read More »
5 Signs Your Dog Has Food Allergies
Food allergies are a common concern among dog parents. Having a dog with allergy issues can be especially frustrating for you – and your dog. Food allergies in dogs are commonly characterized as: Itchy skin Recurring ear infections Non-stop scratching at ears, paws, face and back (this can be quite annoying) Food Allergies in Dogs … Read More »
Healthy Easy Homemade Dog Treats
We love our dogs; incredibly, about 89.7 million dogs live in the U.S. as pets. That adds up to a lot of wet noses, paws and hungry mouths to feed! While it was once considered okay to give dogs any type of dog treat, dog goodies are much more complicated today. Not all dog treats … Read More »
5 Tips for Preventing Obesity in Your Dog
There are many memes and jokes about fat dogs on the internet, but dog obesity is no laughing matter. Obesity is the most common preventable disease among dogs. According to a study conducted by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, 25 – 30 percent of dogs are obese. As dogs age, that number increases to … Read More »
