If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably caught your pup eyeing your plate with those irresistible puppy-dog eyes more times than you can count. As an Animal Care Specialist who’s worked in both pet clinics and shelters, I get asked this a *lot*: can dogs eat chickpeas? It’s a fair question—especially with more dog parents…
Let’s talk about something close to my heart—and probably yours, too, if you’re reading this: how to prepare homemade food for a diabetic dog. As someone who’s worked hands-on with pups in clinics and shelters, I’ve seen firsthand how diabetes can throw a wrench into your dog’s everyday life. But here’s the good news: with…
If you’re like me, someone who has spent years working hands-on with animals as an Animal Care Specialist, you know that keeping dogs healthy is more than just feeding them any old kibble. Especially when it comes to dogs prone to kidney stones, diet plays a huge role. Finding the best diet for dogs prone…
Can dogs eat passionfruit? It’s a question I’ve heard more than once during my years working as an Animal Care Specialist in both shelters and pet clinics. It’s not surprising either—passionfruit smells amazing, tastes sweet, and looks exotic enough to catch any dog’s (or human’s) eye. I mean, who wouldn’t be curious watching their dog…
When it comes to feeding our dogs, I’ve learned through my years as an Animal Care Specialist—both in bustling pet clinics and heart-tugging shelters—that the “one size fits all” mindset just doesn’t cut it. Dogs may have evolved from wolves thousands of years ago, but that wild ancestry still plays a big role in how…
There’s nothing quite like the joy on a dog’s face after a good swim — that wet fur, the happy shakes, and the unmistakable sparkle in their eyes. But as a Veterinary Technician/Nurse specializing in nutrition, I’ve seen firsthand how important it is to follow up that fun with proper care, especially when it comes…
If you’ve ever wondered, can dogs eat pumpkin puree every day? you’re definitely not alone. As an Animal Care Specialist working in shelters and clinics, I’ve seen countless pet parents curious about incorporating pumpkin into their furry friend’s diet. From easing digestion issues to adding a tasty treat, pumpkin puree seems to be the go-to…
So you’re just chilling on the couch, your pup’s curled up next to you, and suddenly—you notice blood on their nose. Total heart drop, right? You immediately ask yourself, “Why is my dog’s nose bleeding suddenly?” As a veterinary assistant who’s spent a good chunk of time dealing with everything from runny noses to rare…
So, you’ve just finished a seafood dinner and your dog is giving you those big, hopeful eyes. And you’re wondering: can dogs eat cooked crab meat? As an Animal Care Specialist who’s spent years working in pet clinics and animal shelters, I’ve had this question pop up more times than I can count. And let…