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.

ice cream for dogs recipe

Dog Ice Cream Recipe: Apple and Honey

It is only natural to want to share all of your delicious treats with your best furry friends. Unfortunately, ice cream is one of those tasty snacks that you should not share with your dog. Thankfully, you can make ice cream for dogs that your pet can enjoy!
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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...
Homemade Dog Food Recipe for UTI

Recipe: Dog Food Recipe for UTI

Urinary tract infections are fairly common in dogs, and they're usually not something to be too concerned about. This dog food recipe for UTI issues may help your pet, but it's important to run the recipe past your veterinarian first. If you believe that your dog has a urinary tract infection, you need to consult your veterinarian for a urinalysis in order to be sure. Your veterinarian will want a urine sample from your pet, and I've made a quick guide on how to obtain one easily.
How to Choose the Best Dog Food for Your Dog

17 Tips on How to Choose the Best Dog Food for Your Dog

Veterinarians and owners often look at a dog’s nutritional needs in relation to a specific medical concern, but it goes without saying that it’s...
Best Homemade Dog Food Recipe

Best Homemade Dog Food Recipe with Chicken and Rice

There are lots of benefits to making homemade dog food. By far, the best thing about it is being able to cater every meal...
Turmeric for Dogs 101

Turmeric for Dogs 101: Can Our Dogs Take It?

Turmeric is a herb that has been used for thousands of years in cooking and to treat a wide variety of medical conditions. Scientific...
7 Vitamins for Dogs That All Dog Owners Need to Know About

7 Vitamins for Dogs That All Dog Owners Need to Know About

Dogs, like humans, need vitamins in specific quantities for the proper functioning of their metabolism. Most often, a good quality dog food you're buying...
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Recipe: Easiest DIY Dog Food

It doesn't have to be difficult to make your dog homemade food. Once you figure out his unique nutritional requirements, you can find some of the easiest DIY dog food recipes that will meet his needs without taking too much time to prepare.
Aflatoxin Poisoning Linked To Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc. says FDA.

Aflatoxin Poisoning Linked To Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc. says FDA

As fur parents, we are always wary of what to feed our pets that must be safe, organic, and toxin-free. Pet foods get marketed...
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Thanksgiving Dinner for Dogs Recipe with Leftovers

Our dogs are part of our families, so it's expected that we want to share the holidays with them. Pet owners celebrate their pup's birthdays, buy them gifts at Christmas and even dress them up for Halloween. Why wouldn't we want to share a Thanksgiving dinner for dogs recipe with our furry family members?
DIY Vegetarian Dog Food

DIY Vegetarian Dog Food Recipe

Feeding your dog a vegetarian diet is a controversial practice. It is imperative that you speak with your veterinarian or a canine nutritionist before feeding your pup to this vegetarian dog food recipe.
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...

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Fun Halloween Activity for Dogs: Doggy Playdates in Costume

110 Best Dog Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween costumes for dogs! In this article, we have compiled a huge...
Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
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Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...