Tagged With Allergies and Intolerances

Energetic brown dog sitting attentively in front of a bowl filled with sliced beets on a kitchen countertop

Can Dogs Eat Beets? A Look at the Nutritional Benefits and Risks

5 March 2024

Nutritional advantages and disadvantages of giving beets to dogs, such as fiber, vitamins, serving size, and possible side effects.

Silver-shaded Persian cat with fluffy fur accidentally scratching a person's arm

The Science of the Itch: Why Do Cat Scratches Itch?

4 March 2024

Reasons why cat scratches may itch: the body's inflammatory reaction, the possibility of a bacterial infection, allergens in cat saliva, and psychological reasons.

Domestic short-haired cat sniffing fresh asparagus on a kitchen chopping board

Can Cats Eat Asparagus? Nutritional Facts and Safety Tips

4 March 2024

This article discusses the following: the nutritional value of asparagus for cats, how to feed it to them safely, how much is appropriate, and the potential dangers of feeding asparagus to cats.

Playful Goldendoodle sitting next to grooming tools with visible tufts of shed hair in a home setting

Goldendoodle Shedding: Understanding Your Doodle’s Coat

4 March 2024

Learn about Goldendoodle shedding: genetics, generations, coat types, grooming needs, diet, and environmental and stress-related shedding.

Black and tan dog scratching itself due to visible red flea bites on skin, in a domestic setting

How to Tell If Your Dog Has Flea Bites: Pictures and Health Risks

4 March 2024

Signs, symptoms, and treatment of flea bites on dogs, such as what they look like, potential complications, changes in behavior, and how to avoid them.

Golden Retriever sitting at the dinner table, eyeing a piece of cooked lobster on a plate

Can Dogs Eat Lobster? A Guide to Safe Seafood Consumption

4 March 2024

Helpful tips for feeding your dog lobster, such as how to cook it, serving sizes, health facts, and allergy concerns.

Small Pomeranian with a golden coat sitting by pink cotton candy at a vibrant fairground

Can Dogs Eat Cotton Candy? Understanding the Risks of Sugary Treats

4 March 2024

Potential health hazards for dogs that eat cotton candy, such as weight gain, diabetes, dental problems, and xylitol poisoning.

Curious Jack Russell Terrier sniffing a cut-open fig on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Figs? A Nutritional Breakdown of Figs as a Dog Treat

3 March 2024

Safe ways for dogs to eat figs, such as the health perks, possible downsides, how many figs dogs can eat, and what to watch out for if your dog has diabetes or a sensitivity to plants.

Concerned owner comforting a trembling silver tabby cat wrapped in a blanket at home

Why Is My Cat Shaking? Understanding Feline Tremors and Health

3 March 2024

Causes of cat tremors can be broken down into medical reasons, stress, environmental causes, and infectious diseases, along with ways to prevent and treat.

Russian Blue cat sniffing fresh basil leaves in a pot on a sunny kitchen windowsill

Can Cats Eat Basil? Safe Herb Guidelines for Felines

3 March 2024

Safety and uses of giving basil to cats, including potential benefits, risks, and the need for a meat-inclusive diet.

Fluffy blue-eyed Persian cat wrapped in a blanket looking lethargic, in a clean home environment

Do Cats Get Colds? What to Know About Feline Upper Respiratory Infections

2 March 2024

Learn about the causes, symptoms, how it spreads, treatment, and prevention of cat colds to keep your cat healthy.

Owner checking black stool with scoop as worried Chocolate Lab watches in garden

Why Is My Dog’s Poop Black? Understanding the Health Implications

2 March 2024

Causes of black dog poop, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, dietary changes, parasites, toxins, and stress, and the importance of taking your dog to the vet.