Nutrition is a very powerful tool throughout all stages of a dog’s life. It can be used to maintain health, prevent disease, and even primarily manage some disease conditions. That said, just because your...
Many pet food brands label their products as being “human-grade,” but what does this really mean? Is human-grade dog food safer or healthier than traditional pet food? Let’s take a look at the ingredients,...
Choosing the right dog food or cat food is a challenge for every pet parent. There are plenty of factors to consider, but one thing that all veterinarians agree on is that whichever pet food you select,...
Raisins are a harmless and healthy snack for people, but can dogs eat raisins, too? Unfortunately, they can’t. Raisins—along with grapes—are toxic to dogs, and they can cause a lot of trouble. Can...
Reviewed and updated for accuracy on August, 11, 2020 by Jennifer Larsen, DVM, PhD, DAVCN Water is the main component of healthy, living cells of the body. Without water, your dog’s body will not function...
Feeding your dog a meal that looks similar to what you have for dinner might be an appealing alternative to offering commercial dog foods. However, it’s vital to your dog’s health to remember that the...
Prior to starting your cat’s weight loss journey, talk to your veterinarian about how to do this safely. Cat dieting is not as simple as restricting food, and rapid weight loss can be very dangerous. Any...
NOTE: Always check with your veterinarian before giving your dog any new foods, especially “people foods.” What might be OK for one dog might not be good for your dog, depending on multiple factors such...
Many pet parents wonder which “human foods” are good for their pets. A common question that I get from pet parents at my animal hospital is: “Can dogs eat eggs?” Here’s everything you need to know about...
This is a common question to come up in the course of a veterinary visit. The short answer is yes, a cat can eat a small amount of dog and not have any toxicity or lasting effects. However, the longer...
