Food & Safety Guides

Looking for 2 ingredient dog treats that won’t upset your dog’s stomach—or accidentally replace dinner?This guide gives you simple, safe combos, the portion rules that prevent overfeeding, and the ingredient traps (like xylitol) to avoid. Before you make any treats, set the daily treat “cap” so treats don’t become meals: Treat Budget (Calculator) Quick answer […]

If you’re searching for the best fruits and vegetables for dogs, you probably want three things: Not sure about a specific food right now? Check it in seconds: Quick answer Most dogs can eat small, plain servings of certain fruits and vegetables as occasional extras. Start with 1–2 bite-size pieces, then watch for vomiting/diarrhea/gas. Do

It is creamy, cool, and packed with probiotics. Many vets even recommend it for settling an upset stomach. But the yogurt aisle is confusing. Between “Greek,” “Low-Fat,” “Fruit-on-the-Bottom,” and “Sugar-Free,” there is a massive difference in safety. One type is a superfood; another could send your dog to the ER. Here is how to navigate

Eggs are nature’s multivitamin. They are cheap, easy to prepare, and packed with protein. But look online, and you will find a fierce debate: Should you feed them raw like a wolf, or cooked like a human? Here is the science-backed breakdown on shells, yolks, and the Salmonella risk. Quick Answer Yes, dogs can eat

It is the ultimate high-value treat. The sound of a cheese wrapper opening can wake a dog from a deep sleep. But is it safe? Generally, yes. Cheese is a favorite tool for trainers and vets to hide pills. However, not all cheese is created equal. While a cube of Cheddar is a tasty snack,

It is a staple in every kitchen, and often used to wrap pills or cushion a swallowed bone. But is bread actually safe for dogs? The answer is a split verdict: Baked bread is usually fine; Raw bread dough is a medical emergency. Here is the breakdown of when a slice of toast is a

It is the classic kitchen nightmare. You turn around to grab a napkin, and the chicken wing you left on the plate is gone. Crunch. Gulp. Panic sets in. We’ve all heard that chicken bones are deadly. But before you rush to the ER, you need to know one crucial detail: Was the bone cooked

It is the trendy superfood on everyone’s toast, but can you share it with your dog? The answer for avocados is complicated. Depending on who you ask, it is either a healthy treat or a toxic danger. The truth lies somewhere in the middle—specifically, in which part of the fruit you feed. Here is the

It happens in a blink—a spilled latte, a forgotten tea bag on the floor, or a dog swiping an energy drink. While caffeine is our morning fuel, it is a powerful stimulant that a dog’s body simply cannot process. It belongs to the same chemical family as chocolate (methylxanthines) but hits the system even faster.

It is one of the strangest and most frightening toxicities in veterinary medicine. You share a cookie or drop a nut, and hours later, your dog seems unable to stand up. Macadamia nuts are highly toxic to dogs. Unlike peanuts or cashews, which usually just cause an upset stomach, macadamia nuts attack the nervous system