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Energetic Beagle jumping up to try and snatch a fresh peach from the kitchen counter, with the owner's hand gently pushing the dog back

Can Dogs Eat Peaches? What Pet Owners Need to Know

11 April 2024

Peaches can be a healthy snack for your dog, but there are some things to keep in mind about the pit, stem, and leaves.

Labradoodle puppy sniffing a large Monstera deliciosa plant with a puzzled expression

Do Monsteras Hurt Dogs? A Look at Plant Toxicity

10 April 2024

Monstera deliciosa is poisonous to dogs because it contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can lead to oral irritation and more severe issues.

Dog sniffing a jar of pickles on a kitchen counter with a curious expression

Can Dogs Eat Pickles? The Truth About Salty Snacks

10 April 2024

Risks of giving pickles to dogs, such as the high salt content, harmful additives, and other healthier treat options.

Miniature schnauzer inspecting a bottle of lemon essential oil on a patio table

Can You Use Lemon Essential Oil on Dogs? What Vets Say

10 April 2024

Lemon essential oil is safe to use in small amounts around dogs, but it is toxic if ingested or applied topically.

Guilty-looking dog with a bloated stomach sitting next to an open box of dryer sheets and a clothes dryer in the background

My Dog Ate a Dryer Sheet—Now What?

6 April 2024

Potential dangers and signs of dogs eating dryer sheets, such as stomach upset, chemical burns, and organ toxicity that will need to be treated by a vet right away.

Beagle dog happily licking peanut butter off a spoon on a clean white background

Why Dogs Like Peanut Butter So Much? Exploring Canine Preferences

6 April 2024

The calorie count, potential dangers, and how to safely feed your dog peanut butter.

Labrador Retriever sniffing a plate of potato skins in a clean kitchen setting

Can Dogs Eat Potato Skins? A Nutritional Analysis

5 April 2024

The potential dangers and advantages of giving dogs potato skins, such as toxicity, stomach problems, and how to prepare them safely.

Fluffy Pomeranian dog trying to pick up a thick tree branch, with its owner gently taking the branch away in a grassy backyard

Can Dogs Eat Sticks? The Dangers of This Common Behavior

5 April 2024

Sticks can break into sharp pieces that may cut, block, or puncture a dog's mouth, throat, or gastrointestinal tract. Owners should opt for safer chew toys instead.

A concerned-looking brown dog sniffing at a jar of palm oil, surrounded by greenery

Can Dogs Eat Palm Oil? A Comprehensive Look

5 April 2024

The pros and cons of feeding your dog palm oil, covering topics like tummy troubles, environmental issues, and how to make sure you're being a responsible consumer.

Border Collie sitting next to a bowl of jicama sticks, looking up at the owner

Can Dogs Eat Jicama? A Look at This Crunchy Vegetable

5 April 2024

Jicama is a non-toxic, low-calorie root vegetable that can be a nutritious occasional snack for dogs as long as it’s given in small amounts.

Shepherd mix dog with a concerned look sitting next to a plate of partially eaten Rice Krispie Treats

Can Dogs Have Rice Krispie Treats? Here's What Vets Say

5 April 2024

Rice Krispie Treats are not safe for dogs because they contain high amounts of sugar, butter, and marshmallows, all of which can lead to health problems.

Full-body shot of a Maine Coon cat with a bushy tail sitting on a hardwood floor, head cocked to the side and shaking gently

Cat Head Shaking: What It Could Mean

5 April 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatment of head shaking in cats, including ear infections, mites, allergies, polyps, and when to take your cat to the vet.