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Pug with a worried expression eyeing a platter of brie cheese and crackers, keeping its distance from the dairy product

Can Dogs Eat Brie Cheese? Risks, Benefits, and Guidelines

5 April 2024

Brie is another cheese that can lead to tummy troubles in dogs and is not typically suggested because of its high fat and lactose levels.

Brown hamster nibbling on a piece of whole wheat toast with a thin layer of peanut butter, its cheeks full

Can Hamsters Eat Peanut Butter? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

3 April 2024

Peanut butter can be a good source of nutrition for hamsters, but it is high in fat and calories so it should be given sparingly.

Orange tabby cat sniffing a bowl of mashed sweet potato on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Eat Sweet Potatoes? Benefits and Risks Explained

31 March 2024

Cooked sweet potatoes can be a nutritious sometimes snack for cats, as they are full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, but they should still only be given in small amounts.

Close-up of a Labrador Retriever sniffing a bowl of Cool Whip with a concerned expression

Can Dogs Eat Cool Whip? What to Know About This Treat

31 March 2024

Cool Whip is probably fine for dogs to eat every once in a while, but it does have some things in it that aren't great for dogs.

A tiny Roborovski Dwarf hamster sniffing at a small pile of chopped celery pieces on a tile floor

Can Hamsters Eat Celery? What You Need to Know

27 March 2024

Celery is a healthy option for your hamster, but make sure to give it to them in limited quantities to prevent tummy troubles.

A poodle with a curly, white coat standing on its hind legs, its front paws on a kitchen table as it sniffs at a pile of freshly peeled orange slices

Can Dogs Eat Oranges? What Pet Owners Need to Know

23 March 2024

Oranges can be a nutritious snack for dogs as long as they are given in moderation, but the high sugar levels and toxic risks mean that you should be careful.

Black and white chicken pecking at a large orange pumpkin in a rustic farm setting

Can Chickens Eat Squash? A Look at This Nutritious Treat

22 March 2024

Chickens can eat squash, which is a healthy food that offers vitamins, minerals, and possible anti-parasitic properties when given as an occasional treat.

Black cat with green eyes looking at a slice of lasagna on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Eat Lasagna? A Feline Dietary Deep Dive

20 March 2024

Cats cannot have lasagna because it contains toxic components such as onions, garlic, and dairy, all of which can upset their stomachs.

Inquisitive grey and white fancy rat sniffing a slice of ripe red tomato in a clean habitat

Can Rats Eat Tomatoes? Nutritional Benefits and Feeding Tips

14 March 2024

Healthy ways to feed your pet rat tomatoes, including nutritional information, serving sizes, and potential dangers such as poisonous seeds and solanine.

Intrigued Siamese cat sniffing a bowl of Cheetos on a living room table

Can Cats Eat Cheetos? Unpacking the Risks of Feline Snacking on Human Treats

14 March 2024

The potential dangers of giving cats Cheetos, such as weight gain and poisoning, and the benefits of a well-rounded, biologically-appropriate diet.

Happy Australian Shepherd dog sitting in the kitchen, looking eager with a bowl of goat cheese

Can Dogs Eat Goat Cheese? Nutritional Facts and Vet Advice

13 March 2024

Goat cheese is a healthy, protein-packed snack for dogs, however, it should be given sparingly because of its fat content and the fact that dogs can be lactose intolerant.

Boston Terrier eyeing a dish of mashed pumpkin and a slice of pumpkin pie on a Thanksgiving-themed kitchen counter

Can Dogs Have Pumpkin Pie? Safe Treats for Your Pet Explained

13 March 2024

Dangers of giving dogs pumpkin pie, calling out harmful additives such as nutmeg and xylitol, and safe options such as plain pumpkin.