Tagged With Allergies and Intolerances

Curious Schnauzer eyeing a plate of BBQ ribs on an outdoor picnic table, illustrating pet safety with human foods

Can Dogs Eat BBQ Sauce? Uncovering the Risks for Canine Health

28 February 2024

Hazards of BBQ sauce for dogs, such as toxic components like onion, garlic, and xylitol, and better alternatives for dog-safe snacks.

German Shepherd with tongue out, licking a couch in a sunlit cozy living room

Why Does My Dog Lick the Couch? Uncovering the Canine Behavior

28 February 2024

Reasons why your dog may be licking the couch: boredom, anxiety, taste, medical problems, environmental factors, and the interplay between diet and scent.

Intrigued Boxer dog examining a glass of sparkling water on a side table in a living room

Can Dogs Have Sparkling Water? What to Know About Safety and Health

28 February 2024

Potential dangers of seltzer for dogs, such as gastric dilation volvulus, too much sodium, and artificial sweetener poisoning.

Beagle dog examining a bowl of fresh bean sprouts on a wooden table in a kitchen

Can Dogs Eat Bean Sprouts? Nutritional Guidelines for Pet Owners

28 February 2024

Nutritional advantages and disadvantages of giving dogs bean sprouts, plus how best to prepare them and how much to give for optimal dog health.

Contented Shih Tzu sitting in a kitchen with a bowl of Jasmine rice, looking at it with anticipation

Can Dogs Have Jasmine Rice? Health Benefits and Feeding Tips

28 February 2024

Jasmine rice as a healthy, easily digestible carb option for dogs, serving suggestions, and cooking instructions to benefit your dog's well-being.

Small French Bulldog gazing longingly at whipped cream on a strawberry in a cozy cafe setting

Can Dogs Have Whipped Cream? Dairy Tolerance in Dogs

28 February 2024

Potential health hazards of whipped cream for dogs, such as lactose intolerance, obesity, pancreatitis, and harmful artificial sweeteners.

Joyful brown guinea pig with long hair looking at a floret of cauliflower on wood shavings bedding

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cauliflower? Nutritional Guidelines and Feeding Tips

28 February 2024

Guinea pigs can have cauliflower in moderation; while it has vitamins C and K, it can also cause bloating and even lead to bladder stones.

Curious Jack Russell Terrier eyeing a jar of gummy bears on a table in a bright living room

Can Dogs Eat Gummy Bears? Know the Risks

28 February 2024

Potential health dangers of gummy bears for dogs, such as xylitol poisoning, and better snack options such as carrots and low-fat meats.

Golden retriever gazing longingly at Slim Jim sticks on a kitchen table, with an expression of understanding

Can Dogs Eat Slim Jims? Understanding the Risks

28 February 2024

Potential dangers of Slim Jims to dogs, such as the high salt and preservative levels, and the need for a low-sodium diet that includes a variety of nutrients.

Curious Russian Blue cat sniffing a piece of bread on a modern kitchen counter

Do Cats Eat Bread? A Vet Explains What Cats Should Eat

27 February 2024

Cats can have a little bit of plain bread, but it has no nutritional value and can be dangerous because of toxic substances and the high carbohydrate content.

Curious British Shorthair cat examining a bowl of blackberries in a sunny kitchen

Can Cats Eat Blackberries? Nutritional Benefits & Feeding Tips

27 February 2024

How much blackberries can cats have, the health advantages of blackberries, why portion control matters, the risk of allergies, and how to feed your cat blackberries.

Anxious Alaskan Malamute sitting away from a bowl of acai berries, displaying a cautious expression

Can Dogs Eat Acai? Exploring the Dangers of This Superfood for Dogs

27 February 2024

The risks of acai to dogs, such as signs of theobromine poisoning, and a chart of other toxic foods to dogs.