Can you add oil to your dog’s food? In many human recipes, cooking begins with a drizzle of olive oil in a hot pan — it’s a staple in the...
Are dogs carnivores or omnivores? This question has sparked much discussion among pet parents and experts alike. While many people assume that dogs are strict meat eaters due to their...
Across the world, the negative health effects of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) on humans are gaining increasing headlines. These UPFs can be classified as containing ingredients that you wouldn’t usually find...
A study from the University of Winchester in the U.K., led by veterinary Professor Andrew Knight and published in ScienceDirect, has found that dogs on vegan diets may experience better...
Dogs and steak go hand in hand, right? At least, historically, that’s what cartoons would have us believe, as old episodes of Tom & Jerry often saw Spike the dog...
What might be a tasty human snack, could be a deadly food for dogs. While many pet parents are aware chocolate, alcohol, and caffeine aren’t suitable for dogs, there are...
If you have a dog, you’ve probably asked, “Why do dogs eat so fast?” Okay, they’re not savoring a gourmet tasting menu in a Michelin-starred restaurant but they, pardon the...
Is it safe for dogs to eat bananas? Convenient, sweet, filling, and healthy, bananas are a favorite fruit for many of us. But what about those eager eyes watching you...
A few weeks ago, we asked our email subscribers to submit food- and diet-related questions to Lindsay Cassibry, MPH, DVM, the in-house vet at five-star rated Ollie dog food and an expert on...
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Pet Food Committee has decided not to implement a voluntary “Controlled Copper” claim for dog food. This decision comes after extensive research...
If you’re the parent of an anxious dog, you may have tried all kinds of behavior therapy, training, or even used a pet psychologist to help your scared and confused...
Dog food comes in many varieties. Indeed, diet rotation is a good thing, providing a range of nutrients. Most good dog foods have meat as their main ingredient (although there...
What makes dog food good? One of the most important aspects of being a pet parent is choosing the best food for your dog — obvious, right? And probably the reason...
Your pup no doubt sits up and takes notice whenever a fly buzzes by or a cricket launches itself through the grass. Some will try to catch the bug in...
Is organic dog food better than regular dog food? We often see the term “organic” in large font on food packaging and assume it’s the healthier option. But many people...
When you hear the word ‘arsenic’ you might think of some poor soul being bumped off in an Agatha Christie novel. However, this tool of melodramatic murder is commonly found...
Peanut butter is a delicious, healthy snack enjoyed by millions of people across the world. It’s nutritious, packed full of vitamins and healthy fats, and contains plenty of carbohydrates to...
While we love having things in common with our dogs, such as our fondness for cuddling or walks on the beach, it can become a problem when our health issues...
Our digestive systems have a lot to say about our overall health, and recently, gut health has become a hot topic in human well-being. It’s not just about physical health...
Dogs dragging bottoms along the ground and sniffing other dogs’ behinds may seem peculiar traits to pet parents (although our dogs might think the same about some of our characteristics),...
The phrase ‘grain-free’ has become one of the most confusing and debated in the world of dog food in recent years. It was and is often seen as a positive...
Just like us humans, dogs have different nutritional requirements based on their age. Puppies for example need more calories since they’re growing and their bodies are developing, while senior dogs...
Dr. Marty Goldstein is one of America’s best-known veterinarians. His career, which spans more than 50 years, has seen him become a familiar face on major network television shows such...
Understanding your dog’s tummy can be a minefield and controlling what enters their mouth is sometimes impossible. Yet figuring out their unique dietary and digestive needs can be vital for...
Believe it or not, the state of your dog’s feeding dish plays a crucial role in their overall health. Think about it — how would you feel if your dinner...
Copper Storage Disease (CSD) (also known as Copper Storage Hepatopathy or Copper-Associated Hepatopathy (CAH) in dogs is a disease that more of us are becoming aware of — we’ve certainly...
If you haven’t heard of limited-ingredient dog food, you might be wondering, “Why would I want to limit the amount of ingredients in my dog’s food? How can it be...
Probiotics are having their moment in the spotlight. In the past five years, searches on probiotics for dogs have increased by 94%. But, what’s all the fuss about? Probiotics, often...
Millions of pet parents are introducing CBD pet health supplements into their dog’s routine. And, as with dog food, choosing the right brand and product is essential for safe and...
There is extensive research on the relationship between the human diet and mental health. We know an evening of junk food will have us slumped on the sofa and a...
First things first, what exactly is offal? Offal is simply a more tasteful term for organ meats, similar to how beef is used for cow meat. It’s an attempt to...
Of all the nutrients in dog food, protein is the one that gets the most attention. We know it’s crucial to dogs’ development and lives. But can you have too...
Dogs love dinner time, whether their food is nutritious or not, so it’s our job to feed them the right food for their growth and development. There are AAFCO’s nutrient...
Among the whirlwind of a dog’s daily adventures, it’s no surprise just about anything can find its way into their lovable mouth. While pet parents can’t always control the questionable...
As we’ve talked about before, CBD for dogs is increasingly popular — much as it is for humans. The driving force behind this appears to be people searching for a...
Designing dog food is like designing anything — you start with nothing and hope to reach a perfect result. Some dog parents do this themselves. They prepare fresh, home-cooked meals...
We all know that dogs love to eat meat and that high-quality meat is a fabulous source of protein and healthy fats. Yet people often ask us (and the internet,...
Where a meat-free dog diet was once considered barking mad, it’s fast becoming something that many pet parents will choose — or need — to adopt for their dog. For...
Fresh dog food is more popular than ever. Whether raw or gently cooked, there’s a growing demand — one being met by an increasing number of companies, many of which...
Come feeding time, it’s safe to say most parents aren’t tempted to dip a fork into their dog’s food and try it for themselves. Given that a great deal of...
Humans tend to alter their diets throughout the year. When it’s chilly outside, there’s nothing like a warming bowl of stew or a hearty slice of pie, but the sun...
Unlike its nutritional siblings protein and fiber, fat doesn’t get much good press in the pet food world. There’s an obvious reason for this — feed your dog too much...
Looking at the back of dog food packaging can be overwhelming — all the long words and numbers written in the smallest font possible are enough to make you want...
Many pet parents will be familiar with the increasing number of CBD dog products available claiming to offer health benefits for pets. Many will have given them a go —...
If you buy dog food, and certainly if you read the reviews on the Dog Food Advisor, you’ll know the acronym AAFCO. But what is AAFCO? What does it do?...
What exactly is low-carb dog food? And will it do your dog any good? In the human world, carbohydrates can get a bad press, but they have an integral part...
You can’t get two types of dog food more different than raw dog food and dry dog food (otherwise known as kibble). One isn’t cooked at all, while the other...
Although most dogs would quite happily take a seat at their parents’ table and eat the same meals, there are plenty of reasons why this is a bad idea. For...
There are lots of words commonly used to describe a high-quality dog food. Healthy is one. Nutritious another. Nourishing, too. But nobody really says digestible. Likewise, when reading a dog...
How and what humans feed our dogs has often been influenced by how and what we feed ourselves — from handing down scraps from our tables to modern advances in...
An unspoken fact about owning a dog is that you’ll probably have half-empty packets of dog treats all over your house. Whether treats for training, dental chews to keep your...
Dogs have a reputation for being fearsomely greedy creatures and capable of polishing off anything that you put before them — and occasionally things you were trying to keep away...
Dog poop. It’s not glamorous, but it’s part of every dog parent’s daily life. And every responsible dog parent needs to be clued up on what comes out of the...
Raw dog food diets have been around as long as dogs — and their ancestors — have been around. Until the creation of dry dog food and canned dog food,...
It’s thought that up to 14% of Americans follow a specialist diet of some kind and around 5% of people in the U.S. identify vegetarian or vegan according to a...
When doing research on pet food, you’ll inevitably come across the word taurine at some point or other and quite naturally, you’ll wonder just what exactly it is. Put simply,...
There’s much myth and hearsay when it comes to the topic of MSG in dog food. As is often the case, the reality is complex. What is MSG? First of...
To the untrained eye, cat and dog food can look pretty similar when they’re served up side-by-side. What’s more, if you’re lucky enough to share a home with both cats...
Aflatoxin is one of the most dangerous natural poisons known to food scientists. And many times, it can be found in some of the most popular dog foods on the...
Once again, concerns about the safety of copper sulfate in dog food appear to be making their way around the Internet. So, many of our readers have asked if it’s...
Hip dysplasia in dogs is a common condition in which the hip joint becomes malformed. The disease typically appears before a dog turns 18 months and can lead to severe...
Recently, low fat eating has become all the rage. It’s one of today’s most popular human dietary trends. So, it should come as no surprise that some dog food companies...
Zero. That’s how many carbohydrates are nutritionally required by a dog to sustain life. The fact that dog food doesn’t need to contain any “carbs” at all seems hard to...
There is a more comprehensive and up-to-date version of this article here. Are dogs carnivores… or omnivores? The Great Debate goes on. And on. When it comes to choosing dog...
Poor Water Quality Can Lead to Disease Water is perhaps the most neglected nutrient in a dog’s diet… Which is why it may also be the most overlooked cause of...
What are Amino Acids? Many pet owners are aware of dog food protein, and take great efforts to ensure their dog gets enough. But did you know protein isn’t even...
OK. In Part 1 we talked about what fiber really is… and why it’s only found in vegetables and grains. And never in meat. We also talked about… A simple...
By now, you’ve probably heard a lot about the benefits of dietary fiber. And if you haven’t… you really need to. Because fiber might just be one of the most...
The short answer is that milk in small quantities is generally safe for dogs. This comes with a ‘but’… like humans, not all dogs are the same, and some will...
Brits are often called ‘Limeys’ by Americans, after British surgeon James Lind discovered that vitamin C-rich citrus fruit kept sailors’ scurvy at bay. But what about vitamin C for dogs?...
Adult dogs can vary in size from 2 pounds to 250 pounds. So, with such a huge range of sizes, how can you figure out how much food your dog...
