Tagged With Nutrition

Orange tabby cat sniffing and investigating a jar of coconut oil and a cracked open coconut on a kitchen counter

Is Coconut Oil Safe for Cats? Benefits and Risks Explained

18 May 2024

Correct administration, positive effects, and potential dangers of coconut oil for cats, such as dosage, allergies, and skin treatments.

Dog closely inspecting a deer antler on a hardwood floor, with the owner's hands visible

Can Dogs Eat Deer Bones? Risks and Safer Alternatives

18 May 2024

Potential dangers and advantages of giving your dog deer antlers, including safety tips, how to prepare them, and other safe chew options.

Elderly, gray-muzzled Golden Retriever relaxing on a plush dog bed in a softly lit home interior

When Do Dogs Become Seniors? A Guide to Aging Pets

18 May 2024

The aging process in dogs, including when dogs are considered seniors, typical symptoms of aging, and ways to make sure you're meeting your dog's needs as they age.

Cockatiel with bright yellow face and crest perched on the edge of a ripe banana

Can Cockatiels Eat Bananas? A Guide to Healthy Treats

17 May 2024

Cockatiels can have bananas once in a while, but they need a mix of pellets and fresh fruits and vegetables to stay healthy.

Elderly-looking Maine Coon cat and alert Poodle resting on a porch swing in soft, golden lighting

Cat Years vs Dog Years: The Truth About Pet Aging

17 May 2024

The idea that 1 year for a cat or dog is equivalent to 7 years for a human is a myth, and the truth is that age is based on a pet's breed, size, and life cycle.

Small spotted piglet cautiously sniffing a tomato plant in a cozy indoor setting

Can Pigs Eat Tomatoes? A Nutritional Guide to This Fruit for Your Pig

17 May 2024

Pigs can eat ripe tomatoes without any issues, as long as it's in moderation. However, the plants of the tomatoes are toxic and can cause problems if they are eaten in large quantities.

Maine Coon cat batting at a bowl of fresh cranberries on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Cranberries? What You Need to Know

16 May 2024

Cranberries can be a safe occasional treat for cats, but they should be given in moderation.

Mutt dog happily eating a miniature hamburger patty on a plate, with the owner watching in the background

Can Dogs Eat Hamburger? The Facts About Feeding Burgers to Fido

16 May 2024

How to safely feed your dog ground beef, including how much to give them and the best ways to prepare it.

Spotted Dalmatian sitting next to an overturned bag of pistachios, with a guilty look on its face

Can Dogs Eat Pistachios? Exploring the Benefits and Risks

16 May 2024

The dangers of dogs consuming pistachios, such as obesity, choking, and toxicity, are not worth any potential rewards of this fatty, salty treat.

Close-up of a Kunekune pig with a thick, curly brown coat cautiously nibbling on a slice of onion

Can Pigs Eat Onions? The Risks and Benefits Explained

16 May 2024

Onions are poisonous to pigs and can cause oxidative stress and anemia. It is important to make sure that onions are fed to pigs in moderation and safely.

Burmese cat sniffing a pile of raw shrimp on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Raw Shrimp? A Vet Answers

16 May 2024

Hazards of giving cats uncooked shrimp, such as bacteria, stomach upset, and the potential for swallowing shells and tails.

Dog owner holding a flour tortilla out of reach from an eager Golden Retriever

Can Dogs Eat Flour Tortillas? A Look at This Human Food

16 May 2024

Flour tortillas aren't poisonous to dogs but they don't have much nutritional value and can cause weight gain and other digestive problems if they're eaten in large amounts.