Tagged With Nutrition

Beagle sniffing around a money tree plant, with the owner's hand reaching in to gently pull the dog away

Can Dogs Eat Money Trees? What Pet Owners Should Know

20 May 2024

Money trees are safe for dogs and cats, but if they eat a lot, they may experience some stomach upset that will need to be treated by a vet.

Overhead view of an Abyssinian guinea pig with a rosette-patterned coat sitting next to a half-eaten cob of corn

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Corn on the Cob? A Nutritional Analysis

19 May 2024

Guinea pigs can have corn on the cob as an occasional snack, but the cob is not safe for them to eat.

Curious beagle sniffing at slices of pastrami meat on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Pastrami? What Pet Owners Need to Know

19 May 2024

Possible dangers of giving pastrami and other deli meats to dogs, such as high levels of fat, salt, and chemicals that can lead to medical problems.

Black cat intently staring at a fresh filet of salmon on a kitchen counter, with its tail swishing in anticipation

Why Do Cats Like Fish? The Science Behind Their Desires

19 May 2024

Cats' love of fish is a combination of taste, aroma, and biology, but it's important to make sure they don't eat too much of it.

Maine Coon cat watching as its owner trims fresh carnation flowers

Can Cats Eat Carnations? An In-Depth Review

19 May 2024

Carnations are not toxic to cats, although they can lead to gastrointestinal upset if ingested in large quantities.

Photorealistic image of a Maine Coon cat with a large, bushy tail and tufted ears investigating a salad made with arugula leaves on a kitchen table

Can Cats Eat Arugula? A Vet Weighs In

19 May 2024

Arugula can make a nutritious and healthy snack for cats, as long as it is not a substitute for their nutritionally complete and balanced cat food.

Close-up of a Roborovski Dwarf hamster with a sleek brown and white coat, nibbling on a piece of white bread

Can Hamsters Eat Bread? A Look at Risks and Benefits

19 May 2024

Hamsters can have some plain bread, but whole wheat and whole grain breads are better choices.

Closeup of a fluffy grey rabbit intently nibbling on a sprig of fresh green dill

Can Rabbits Eat Dill? Benefits and Feeding Guidelines

18 May 2024

Dill is a healthy, nutritious plant that can be given to rabbits as a treat in addition to their regular diet.

Border Collie sitting politely and looking up expectantly as its owner holds a bag of corn chips

Can Dogs Eat Corn Chips? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

18 May 2024

Corn chips are not poisonous for dogs, but they should only be given to dogs occasionally and in small amounts.

Black Labrador Retriever sniffing at a bird feeder filled with bird seed

Can Dogs Eat Bird Seed? Risks and Benefits Explored

18 May 2024

Dangers of dogs consuming bird food, such as stomach upset, poisons, and malnutrition. Proper storage and access prevention are important.

Anxious-looking Labradoodle standing next to an open package of Nutter Butter cookies on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Have Nutter Butters? The Dangers of Peanut Butter Cookie Consumption

18 May 2024

Nutter Butters and similar peanut butter sandwich cookies are bad for dogs because they are high in sugar, fat, and chocolate.

Pug dog intently staring at a plate of sweet potato peels on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato Skins? A Comprehensive Look

18 May 2024

The skin of sweet potatoes can be a choking hazard and cause an obstruction in your dog's intestines. Vets suggest removing the skin before giving it to your dog.