safety

If you have a dog, you probably know that dogs don’t often like sour tastes. This sour taste, of course, includes lemons and lemon water. If you’re like many people, you may drink lemon water for its health benefits. Your own tastes don’t mean that lemon water will benefit your dog.  While a small amount…

For most dogs, their favorite food is whatever their human companion is eating. This doesn’t mean they actually like it. They just want it because you’re having it! And if you ever eat bread, you’ve probably been begged for the crusts. So you might be wondering if dogs can eat bread crust? Yes, dogs can…

If you’re a dog owner like me and regularly eat chicken nuggets, you know exactly how much your dog always wants a few. Not to mention how relentless he is with demanding his share. But is this a treat you should give your dog? After all, we’ve all been told it’s unhealthy to give our…

If you’ve ever eaten Mediterranean or Middle Eastern food, you’ve probably tried pita bread. This bread is a mainstay in these cuisines, and for good reason. It’s a versatile food that can be used in a multitude of ways. If your dog is like most, he wants whatever you’re having! And that includes your pita…

If you have a dog, you know how much your furry buddy begs you for every item of food you have in the kitchen. While you’re peeling potatoes, your canine is at your feet, asking you for the peels.  Or has your dog stolen some fried or baked potato skins? Maybe you’ve thought about handing…

It’s easy to slip into a habit of sharing food with your favorite furry friend, but not all human food is dog-friendly. Some “people food” could actually hurt your canine companion, so it’s a good idea to know what’s safe to share.  For example, is carrot cake safe for dogs? In short, yes, carrot cake…

Everyone’s heard the saying about curiosity killing the cat, yet cats aren’t the only pets that suffer from too much curiosity. Canines are pretty inquisitive too and are prone to cause their human owners lots of anxiety as a result. Chances are that at some point in their life, your dog will get into something…

Puppies are adorable and loveable but tend to explore everything. Your pup has probably eaten some things he or she shouldn’t, whether that’s a sock, some cheese, or your computer cord. However, not everything a pup explores is safe for consumption. Some things make it past the mouth and end up in the digestive tract,…