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Male Feeding Stray Dog While Eating Chips On Outdoor Gym

What Seasonings Can Dogs Have?

Most spices and seasonings will not harm your dog, provided he doesn’t eat too much of them. Eating a handful of salt could lead to sodium poisoning, but eating a couple potato chips isn’t likely to cause a problem.
Photo of a canned dog food label with the protein and carbohydrates circled.

Dry Dog Food Labels: How to Compare Fat, Protein, and Carbs

Federal and state laws require pet food makers to put information about the protein and fat content of their products on pet food labels. Unfortunately, few people understand this critical information.
An anxious mixed breed rescue dog on a blue leash looks guardedly at the camera.

Treats And Medications that Calm Your Dog

Calming dog treats and medications can calm down an anxious dog and help build their confidence to approach new situations without anxiety.
A cute dog chewing on a hard deer antler that can damage its teeth.

Are Antlers Safe for Dogs?

The biggest risk for dogs from chewing on antlers is broken teeth. Antlers can also splinter and damage a dogs digestive track, or block it.

Dental Chews for Dogs: Worth the Hype

And there are veterinarian-recommended chews to choose among.
Woman, with a small dog in her arms cooking at stove while watching recipe on laptop.

Is Bone Broth Good for Dogs?

Yes, it is! Here’s how to make this nutritious superfood for your dog.
Smooth Jack Russell Terrier 11 years old.

Can Dogs Eat Ice?

Many dogs love to chew ice cubes. The habit is usually harmless, but some ice cubes can be hazardous. Here’s how to prevent problems.
The best training treats for puppies are truly rewarding.

Best Training Treats for Puppies

When using reward-based training methods to train your puppy, you need treats that are truly rewarding!
pumpkin

Pumpkin for Dogs

Pumpkin is good for dogs, including dogs with diarrhea.
pet food storage, the owner pours dry food from the container box into the dog bowl, cat feed

Does Dog Food Expire?

Bigger bags of kibble cost less per pound, but how long does dog food last?
Bland foods are one of the best foods for dogs with diarrhea.

Best Foods for Dogs with Diarrhea

The best food for your dog with loose stools is food that is bland and high in fiber.
Dog looking at hand holding bowl with dog food

What’s the Ideal Feeding Schedule for Dogs?

A recent study suggested that once-a-day feeding schedule for adult dogs is best, but one of the study authors says the data don’t support a blanket recommendation for all dogs.

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Dogs Should Not Be Gifts!

I’ve given a few private lessons to a client who received an 8-week-old Golden Retriever puppy as a Christmas present. This man is retired, a recent graduate of cancer treatments, and lives alone. His young adult children apparently thought he needed a companion and bought him the puppy as a gift.