Dog treats and food bowl illustrating the 10% treat rule so treats don’t replace meals

Treats vs Meals: The 10% Rule (Stop Treats From Replacing Dinner)

If your dog skips meals but happily eats treats, you’re not alone. This pattern usually isn’t “stubbornness” — it’s often a treat calorie + routine problem: This guide gives you a simple, practical fix: the 10% rule + a clean reset you can start today. If your dog won’t eat kibble but eats treats, start […]

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Feeding schedule guide for dogs that eat once a day (morning vs night)

Best Times for Dogs to Eat (Morning vs Night) + Simple Schedules

If your dog eats only once a day—especially if they only eat at night—it’s normal to wonder: Am I feeding at the wrong time? Is it cruel?For many healthy adult dogs, once-daily feeding can work well. What matters most is consistent timing, the right portion, and knowing when the pattern might signal nausea, stress, pain,

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dog food transition with a measuring cup and a stool log to prevent soft stool

Soft Stool During a Dog Food Transition: What to Do + When to Worry

If your dog gets soft stool after switching foods (kibble to fresh, new kibble brand, new protein, new toppers), you’re not alone. A diet change is one of the most common triggers for sudden loose stool. The goal is not to “panic-switch” again. The goal is to protect hydration, slow the transition, remove extra variables,

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dog sniffing kibble and turning away at mealtime

Dog Picky With Food All of a Sudden? 10 Real Causes + What to Do Today

If your dog is suddenly picky with food, it usually isn’t “random.” Most cases fall into three buckets: (1) a change in routine or stress, (2) something making eating uncomfortable (nausea, dental pain), or (3) a learned pattern where refusing meals leads to upgrades. The goal today is not to “win” with better toppings. The

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A dog drinking water while a full food bowl sits untouched nearby

Dog Not Eating but Drinking Water? What It Means + What to Do Today

Seeing your dog refuse food but still drink water can feel oddly reassuring—at least they’re drinking, right? Sometimes it is a mild, short-term issue. But appetite changes can also be an early warning sign, even when drinking seems normal. This guide helps you do three things today: When to worry (vet red flags) Contact your

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