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Beef Liver for Dogs
You often hear about how good beef liver is as a protein source for humans, but what about your best friend? Does beef liver for dogs make a good pet food? After all, it is an organ meat, and you might naturally wonder if it’s okay for your dog to eat it. As it turns…
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Raw Dog Food Is a Public Health Issue
Raw dog food has become an increasingly popular diet in recent years. However, many dog owners ignore veterinarians, the Center for Disease Control (CDC), and the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) warnings about the risks to their pet’s health — and theirs. Unfortunately, some pet owners catch on to this trend from social media before…
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Can Dogs Eat Tofu?
By Jen Phillips April Does your dog stare lovingly at you while you’re eating? I don’t know about you, but I never had a chance at winning a staring contest with my Eskie. That dog would stare at my plate and at me and back to the plate while his tail picked up steam and…
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Is Squash Good for Dogs?
Squash is a popular vegetable for many people and on many special occasions. As you’re carving that pumpkin for Halloween or preparing it for pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving, for example, you might be wondering if it’s okay to give your best buddy a little nibble. Is squash good for dogs? Since many loving pet parents…
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Ingredient Breakdown: What Is Chicken Meal?
There are a LOT of pet food choices out there. I mean, your local pet food emporium probably has upwards of 100 different brands. From kibble to fresh, you might find yourself wading through dozens of pet food labels trying to ferret out the best choice for your pup. Of course, you want high-quality nutrition…
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Potent Preservatives: Ethoxyquin in Dog Food
What is ethoxyquin? Ethoxyquin is an artificial preservative found in most manufactured American commercial dog food. While Australia and Europe do not allow ethoxyquin in dog food, it is an approved additive by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in animal feed. The use of ethoxyquin in dog and cat food by…
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Is Pork OK for Dogs?
It’s not uncommon for loving pet parents to want to share human foods with their best friend. If that’s something you like to do, you might find yourself wondering if your dog can eat pork products. You might ask yourself, is pork ok for dogs? After all, it is the other white meat and supposedly…
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What Is Metabolic Dog Food?
Obesity is a growing problem in dogs, just as it is in humans. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 56% of dogs in the United States are overweight or obese. If your dog is overweight or obese, you may be wondering what you can do to help them lose weight. One…
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Are Apples Good For Dogs?
Are apples good for dogs? Yes! Apples are not only delicious but also high in antioxidants and fiber. Dogs can eat apples as long as the core and seeds, which contain trace amounts of toxins, are removed. Just remember that moderation is key — treats should take up no more than 10% of your dog’s…
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Is Kibble Harming Your Dog’s Quality of Life?
Kibble is the most common type of dog food in the world, but there is a growing body of evidence that suggests that it may not be the best choice for your furry friend. Here’s what pet parents need to know about their dog’s diet when it comes to fresh dog food vs kibble. Kibble…