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Doberman Pinscher dog curiously inspecting a slice of white pepper jack cheese on a table in a cozy home setting

Can Dogs Have Pepper Jack Cheese? A Vet Weighs In

13 June 2024

Pepper jack cheese can be a sometimes food for dogs, but be sure to watch out for tummy troubles and don't overdo it.

Labrador Retriever puppy sniffing at a brightly colored ball of playdough on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Playdough? A Complete Safety Guide

11 June 2024

Playdough is dangerous for dogs to eat due to the risk of salt poisoning, which will need immediate medical attention and steps to prevent future incidents.

Orange tabby cat sniffing a citronella candle with wide, alert eyes and raised fur

Can Cats Be Around Citronella? What the Science Says

11 June 2024

Citronella is poisonous to cats and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and respiratory distress if it is ingested. Safer options are suggested if you have pets.

A friendly-looking golden retriever with a thick, shiny coat lying on a carpeted floor, with its owner's hand gently resting on its abdomen

Does My Dog Have an Appendix? What It Does in Different Mammals

10 June 2024

The dog's appendix is actually useful, aiding in digestion and the immune system, which is very different from the human appendix.

Labradoodle licking its chops as fresh blueberries, apple slices, and banana chunks are scattered around it

Can Dogs Have Fruit Snacks? Exploring Healthy Human Food Treats

8 June 2024

Fruit snacks can be harmful to dogs because of toxic additives like xylitol, grapes, and avocado. Healthy alternatives include apples, bananas, and blueberries.

A Poodle staring intently at a plate of steamed mussels on a table

Can Dogs Eat Mussels? The Pros and Cons for Your Pup

7 June 2024

Steamed mussels are safe for dogs to eat in moderation, but there are several risks associated with raw or undercooked mussels.

Great Dane owner quickly removing rhubarb leaves from their dog's reach, with the dog sitting patiently

Can Dogs Eat Rhubarb? Potential Risks and Benefits

7 June 2024

Rhubarb is poisonous to dogs because it contains oxalates, which can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, and kidney failure, which can be deadly.

Golden retriever with worried expression sitting next to a partially eaten sock, with its owner checking on the dog

My Dog Ate a Sock But Is Fine: What Should I Do?

6 June 2024

Important things to think about and do after your dog has eaten a sock but seems fine.

Golden retriever sniffing a petri dish filled with Clostridioides difficile bacteria samples on a laboratory counter, with a scientist in a white coat observing

Can Dogs Get C. Diff? Exploring the Species Barrier

6 June 2024

Dogs can't get C. difficile, but they can carry the bacteria and pass it on to people.

Woman's hands carefully inspecting the golden fur of a calm, fluffy golden retriever dog sitting on a couch in a cozy living room

How to Know if Your Dog Has Fleas and How to Get Rid of Them: A Comprehensive Guide

6 June 2024

Symptoms of fleas in your dog, how to look for them, and natural and vet-approved ways to treat an infestation.

A Labradoodle with a shaggy, curly brown coat standing guard next to a small pile of plums on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Plums? The Benefits and Risks Explored

5 June 2024

The fruit of the plum is usually fine for dogs to eat in small amounts, but the pit, along with the leaves and stems of the plum plant, are poisonous and can lead to cyanide poisoning.

Siamese cat staring intently at a fishbowl containing small goldfish

Can Cats Eat Goldfish? A Look at Risks and Safer Alternatives

5 June 2024

Possible hazards and risks associated with feeding goldfish to cats, such as choking, stomach problems, and lack of nutrients.