Tagged With Nutrition

Saint Bernard dog knocking over a plate of candy canes, surrounded by fallen decorations

Can Dogs Have Candy Canes? Other Holiday Dangers for Dogs

2 April 2024

Candy canes are extremely toxic to dogs because of their high sugar and xylitol content, and can result in severe reactions, including death.

Persian cat with a thick, luxurious coat lying on a rug, shedding profusely with tufts of fur caught in the air around it

Why Is My Cat Shedding So Much? Causes and Solutions

2 April 2024

Causes of too much cat hair loss, like the seasons, diet, stress, allergies, and health issues that need to be treated by a vet.

Photograph of a Beagle pawing at a bowl of coleslaw, with a guilty expression on its face

Can Dogs Eat Coleslaw? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

2 April 2024

Coleslaw can be a healthy treat for dogs, but the high-fat dressing and other ingredients make it risky to feed.

Fluffy Peruvian guinea pig looking perplexed at a colorful hamster food mix on the floor, with a bowl of greens and water bottle visible in the background

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Hamster Food? What Their Diet Needs

1 April 2024

Guinea pigs can't have hamster food because it doesn't have the vitamin C they need and has more fat and protein.

Shih Tzu dog sitting next to a plate of chili con carne, with the owner's hand moving the plate away

Can Dogs Have Chili? It's Complicated

1 April 2024

Chili and other spicy foods can lead to gastrointestinal upset and toxicity in dogs, so it's best to keep these foods away from your pet.

A sleek, black Bombay cat delicately sniffing a pile of steamed and salted edamame pods on a wooden table

Can Cats Eat Edamame? The Pros and Cons Explored

1 April 2024

Possible advantages and disadvantages of giving your cat edamame, how to prepare it for your cat, and how to watch for allergies.

Bernese Mountain Dog looking up longingly at a piece of toast with grape jelly, held by a concerned owner

Can Dogs Have Grape Jelly? What You Need to Know About the Risks

31 March 2024

Grape jelly is poisonous to dogs and can lead to sudden kidney failure, even if only a small amount is consumed.

Newborn garter snake slithering through grass and leaves, approaching a small frog or insect

What Do Baby Snakes Eat? A Complete Diet Guide for Neonatal Snakes

31 March 2024

Young snakes primarily eat small animals such as pinky mice, lizards, or bugs. Their specific diet depends on the species but generally includes rodents, birds, amphibians, or invertebrates.

Sleek, light-colored Siamese cat sitting on a kitchen counter, looking displeased at a plate of crackers nearby

Can Cats Eat Crackers? A Vet Weighs In on This Human Food

31 March 2024

Cats should not eat crackers on a regular basis because they are high in carbohydrates and do not have the nutritional value that comes from animal products that cats need.

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 small Abyssinian guinea pig with a rosette-patterned coat happily nibbling on a slice of cantaloupe on a bed of timothy hay

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cantaloupe? A Closer Look

31 March 2024

Cantaloupe is another fruit that can be a good option for guinea pigs, but it should still be given in limited quantities because it is high in sugar and carbohydrates.