When those dog days of summer roll around, you need to pay extra attention to your pet’s hydration and nutrition, as they’re more prone to heat exhaustion and dehydration. Since dogs regulate body temperature primarily through panting, excessive heat can lead to heatstroke, which can be life-threatening. To negate these risks, you need to include…
Want to try your hand at home-cooked meals for your pet but paucity of time getting in the way? I’ve got a one-word solution for you—the crockpot. Spend some time prepping and putting together the ingredients, toss them in the crockpot aka slow cooker, set a timer (either on the cooker or your phone), and…
Ah, peanut butter! Heavenly, gooey goodness that our furry babies love just as much as we do. Provided you know how to pick it right, it’s one of those foods that you can happily share with your pet. But why stop at a dollop of peanut butter smeared on a play mat or stuffed in…
Love to spoil your furry baby? Always looking for new ways to show them how much you love them? I’ve got the perfect idea for you—easy homemade dog treats. While your dog may not be able to appreciate that you’ve made these from scratch, they will certainly love gorging on them. Besides, preparing your dog’s…
You know how it goes—you’re eating something and your dog suddenly seems interested in your plate, and you begin to wonder if it’d be safe to share a sliver of whatever you’re having with your furry baby (side note: never offer your dog anything directly from your plate, that’s how food begging begins). That being…
Raising a dog with a sensitive stomach is not easy. Frequent vomiting, loose stools, diarrhea, and digestive discomfort can leave you constantly worried about your dog’s health and quality of life. I speak from experience—when your pet’s stomach is easily upset, food becomes more than just nutrition. It becomes a daily decision that can either…
So, you’ve chosen the most popular dog food for your pet or one that all the social media influencers are talking about. Or maybe, you put in a lot of work in preparing your dog’s meals from scratch. Perhaps, the food you serve comes with the promise of holistic health and claims to be enriched…
Ah, the joy of bringing home your first furry baby! The entire house is suddenly abuzz with excitement and anticipation, and you can’t stop fawning over the myriad antics of your little furball. Your picture gallery is suddenly filled with 100 snapshots and videos of your pet. Amid all this excitement, there is also an…
Weight management is a key part of correct canine nutrition, especially if you have a dog that loves to eat—yes, I’m looking at you, Labradors. Of course, portion control, limiting treats, not feeding your pet table scraps, and making sure they get adequate exercise are the basics of making sure your furry companion stays in…
There are so many prevalent dog nutrition myths and old wives tales out there, that often it can become hard to separate fact from fiction. Even more so in this era of information overload. I mean, you open Instagram, and engage with one pet wellness post, and the next thing you know, your entire feed…