Dog Nutrition

Pears are wonderful. And have a wide range of healthy minerals like Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamins A, C, Phosphorus, and folate, just to name a few. Sounds like something worth sharing with your pup? Let’s dig deeper.

Potatoes are high in vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and folate. These vitamins and minerals promote your dog’s immune system, nervous system, helps to absorb other nutrients, and more. It sounds like an excellent food to share with your pup, right?  But let’s try to dig deeper. Are you interested in a particular topic about … Read more Can Dogs Eat Mashed Potatoes?

Fresh bananas can do some good for dogs since they have an amazing quantity of potassium, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. These vital fatty acids are important for good health, silky coat and also useful in coping with canine allergy and heart illness. But are these fantastic benefits still in place when fruit turned into chips?

When it comes to those not quite natural or healthy condiments like mayonnaise, we know we have to watch our portion sizes, and well, we probably understand that it’s better to ditch mayo at all. This is one junk food that still can eat in moderation (and survive). But should our animals also eat it?

Jicama belongs to the bean family. And it’s a fantastic source of nutrients, boosting the immune system such as vitamin C, magnesium, potassium and a unique soluble fiber called inulin (4.9 g per 100g of jicama). Does it sound like a perfect product to integrate it into the canine’s menu?

We also know that chestnuts are a safer’ quick fix’ of hunger and unhealthy cravings in comparison with others as tasty foods. Chestnuts are rich in omega-fatty acids as well. But is chestnut something that your pup can benefit from too?

Spaghetti squash or vegetable spaghetti can be made in various forms, dimensions, and colors including ivory, yellow and orange, known for highest carotene amount. It’s generally a low-calorie food, high in fibers and nutrients and low in everything else. One hundred grams of Spaghetti squash contains on average 31 calories, 0,6 g of fats, 0 … Read more Can Dogs Eat Spaghetti Squash?

Crackers are a cornerstone for the barbecue season, and you are often tempted to allow your canine companion to enjoy a few too! But since that treat is high in carbs, sugar, and sodium, it’s probably better to avoid human crackers in the long term. Are you interested in a particular topic about crackers and … Read more Can Dogs Eat Crackers (Saltine, Ritz, or Otherwise)?

If you’re worried about your dog survival after eating plantains, don’t be. According to the ASPCA, no plantains or bananas are harmful or toxic to dogs. So if your pup snatched a piece of the fruit, do not panic. Even more so it’s quite good for your dog.

Salmon and all its bits,  including the head, tail, and, of course, skin, can provide your dog with a very reliable source of essential for healthy nutrients. Keep in mind, however, that oil-rich foods such as salmon should not be given excessively to the dog as this can lead to complications and health problems. So … Read more Can Dogs Eat Salmon Skin? (Cooked, Raw, or as Treats?)

Jalapenos’ health benefits are minimal for dogs and this product doesn’t deserve a shot due to the potentially dangerous consequences. E.g., the full range of potential problems with digestion. But let’s dig deeper.

Sesame seeds are a great source of antioxidants, proteins and omega-6 fatty acids for humans, so you might wonder if this product can be beneficial for your dog too. While many people can immediately highlight numerous health benefits of sesame seeds that doesn’t mean they’ll be good for your pup as well. Let’s dig deeper. … Read more Can Dogs Eat Sesame Seeds? (Or Anything with Sesame Seeds Really?)

Cheerios don’t contain chemicals that can harm your dog unless they have been flavored with chocolate. Original, Honey nut, multi-grain, and very berry Cheerios… there are so many of them. But seriously, can dogs eat Cheerios? Well the truth is, your pup is going to be fine if we are talking tiny serving size. But … Read more Can Dogs Eat Cheerios? Dog’s Mom Guide to Fav Cereals

In a nutshell, if you wanted to know if your dog can eat pancakes, the answer would be yes. Though, you must first check the ingredients of the particular product you are going to use. While basic pancakes will not hurt your dog, they may be harmful if they contain specific components such as chocolate … Read more Can dogs eat pancakes? Plain, with blueberries, or maple syrup?

Crab meat has numerous health benefits. Rich in phosphorus and, vital elements in bones and teeth. Crab is a wonderful food for cognitive ability and nervous system activity as it contains a variety of nutrients such as selenium, copper, vitamin B2, and omega-3 fatty acids. While many think all the fats must be dangerous for … Read more Can dogs eat crab meat?

The quick answer is: “Yes.” These beans have significant health benefits for everyone, including your pet. They’re an awesome source of polyunsaturated (good ones) fats, particularly of omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid. This nutrient proved to help reduce the risk of diabetes, obesity and even support the health of the skin and fur. Especially if your are … Read more Can Dogs Eat Edamame? Fried, Fresh, Baked, Frozen, or Raw?

Even though eggplant’s popularity is not quite high, eggplant can be absolutely delicious if it’s appropriately cooked. It’s also very healthy for you because it’s high in a bunch of vitamins and nutrients. However, if you’re thinking to add this vegetable to your dog’s diet, you have to read this first. Is eggplant good for … Read more Can Dogs Eat Eggplants, Raw or Cooked?

While grapefruit can be amazingly beneficial to us humans and poses zero toxicity danger, grapefruit should be off-limits when we are talking about dogs. So, can dogs have grapefruit? No, your dog better not do it. Having grapefruit may cause him many problems from vomiting to loose stool, etc. “The citric acid in grapefruit is … Read more Can Dogs Eat Grapefruit? Here’s What the Vet Thinks

Dates are quick to digest and have a slew of crucial nutrients that can help your dog’s health. But there’s often a lot of uncertainty about the safety of dates. Are dates bad for dogs? Dates are a wonderful way to reward your dog. They can be given in moderation without any concerns about any … Read more Can Dogs Eat Dates? Pros and Cons Revealed

Figs are delightful and abundant with minerals and vitamins. And those are also a great source of fiber for humans, but can dogs have figs, too? Are figs bad for dogs? Figs are loaded with natural sugar. And in small quantities, those are a decent source of energy for your pup. It also contains potassium, … Read more Can Dog Eat Figs or Figs Are Poisonous to Dogs?

When you are enjoying that pickle, the salty piece of heaven, your pup will surely ask for a bite, like he always does! And we bet the furry pal loves that crunchiness of the treat. But can dogs eat pickles? While you may be lured to share your experience (and let’s be honest, sometimes it’s … Read more Can Dogs Eat Pickles? or It Can Be Toxic?

Beets for dogs: is it good at all? Red Beets can be quickly added to your pup’s diet.  If you cannot get fresh beets to cook at your local supermarket or farmer’s shop, and sometimes I struggle to purchase them fresh, you can also utilize canned beetroot. Here’s why your pup can and should eat … Read more Can Dogs Eat Beets: Cooked, Raw or Pickled.

Olives  (which is a fruit, by the way) are known for their rich taste and astonishing nutrition value: high levels of vitamins, antioxidants minerals, and healthy fats. All of that store many health benefits to humans. This fantastic fruit can assist in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels as well as decrease the risk of … Read more Can Dogs Eat Olives? Black or Green: Are Those Really Safe for Your Pup?