Tagged With Health

Intrigued Bulldog sniffing a bowl of refried beans with a can on the table

Can Dogs Eat Refried Beans? A Nutritional Safety Guide

8 February 2024

Potential health hazards of giving dogs refried beans, such as salt poisoning and the toxic effects of onion and garlic; other types of beans that are safe for dogs.

Ragdoll cat with semi-long hair and blue eyes lounging on a hypoallergenic bed with an air purifier nearby

Are Ragdoll Cats Hypoallergenic? What to Know About Feline Allergens

8 February 2024

Ragdoll cats are not hypoallergenic, they do produce the allergen Fel d 1, but they may work for people with low-level allergies if you stay on top of their care.

Siamese cat eyeing a jar of bone-shaped dog treats with a discerning look on a kitchen countertop

Can Cats Eat Dog Treats? Exploring Feline Dietary Needs

7 February 2024

Possible dangers and vitamin deficiencies for cats that consume dog treats, such as important vitamins that are missing from dog-oriented items.

Labrador Retriever looking curiously at an open jar of jelly on the counter with fruit beside it

Can Dogs Have Jelly? What You Need to Know About Sugary Snacks

7 February 2024

Jelly is bad for dogs because it can lead to health issues like obesity, diabetes, and xylitol toxicity, and it doesn't offer any nutritional benefits; choose other treats instead.

Relaxed Shih Tzu sitting by a bowl of chopped collard greens in a neat kitchen setting

Can Dogs Eat Collard Greens? How to Safely Feed Your Dog This Leafy Green

7 February 2024

Pros and cons of giving collard greens to dogs, including how to prepare them, serving sizes, and possible side effects.

Silver tabby cat cautiously sniffing a dollop of whipped cream on a clean kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Whipped Cream? Exploring Lactose Intolerance in Cats

7 February 2024

The dangers of giving cats whipped cream, such as lactose intolerance, obesity, and the fact that it doesn't provide any nutritional benefit to cats.

Silver shaded British Shorthair cat sniffing a marshmallow with a look of confusion in a modern kitchen, with cat food in the background

Can Cats Eat Marshmallows? What Feline Dietary Needs Mean

7 February 2024

risks of giving cats marshmallows, how to properly feed your cat, and why you shouldn't give your cat human food.

Vet in white coat checking the anal glands of a calm Beagle in a clean veterinary clinic

How to Get Rid of Anal Gland Smell: Advice from the Experts

6 February 2024

Some ways to effectively manage dog anal gland odor are by making sure that the glands are being expressed correctly, feeding your dog a diet that is high in fiber and making sure that they are getting enough water, using enzymatic cleaners, and seeking help from a vet.

Vizsla dog sitting in a vet's office with one paw raised, expressing itchiness

Itchy Dog Paws: Causes, Treatments, and How to Help

6 February 2024

Causes and treatments of itchy dog paws, such as allergies, infections, home remedies, vet treatments, and ways to avoid the problem.

Well-groomed Schnauzer sitting next to a bowl of sauerkraut in a dining room, looking at it thoughtfully

Can Dogs Eat Sauerkraut? Guidelines for Fermented Foods in Canine Diets

6 February 2024

The potential advantages and disadvantages of giving sauerkraut to dogs, such as how much to give, how to prevent sodium poisoning, and how to steer clear of dangerous preservatives.

Persian cat cautiously looking at a jar of various nuts in a modern kitchen

Can Cats Have Nuts? Nutritional Information and Feline Health

5 February 2024

Possible risks of giving cats nuts, such as obesity, pancreatitis, and poisoning, particularly from macadamia nuts.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy sleeping with rapid breathing in a warm, peaceful home environment

Why Is My Puppy Breathing So Fast? Understanding Puppy Respiratory Rates

5 February 2024

Puppy rapid breathing explained: typical developmental speeds, anxiety, cooling down, and how to recognize unusual rates that may indicate medical problems.