Tagged With Nutrition

School of minnows nibbling at water plants and insects in a clear stream with sunlight filtering through leaves

What Do Minnows Eat? Exploring Their Diverse Diet in the Wild and in Aquariums

3 March 2024

Feeding behavior of minnows, such as their omnivorous eating habits, changes in diet throughout the year, and dietary requirements for keeping them in aquariums.

Curious Jack Russell Terrier sniffing a cut-open fig on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Figs? A Nutritional Breakdown of Figs as a Dog Treat

3 March 2024

Safe ways for dogs to eat figs, such as the health perks, possible downsides, how many figs dogs can eat, and what to watch out for if your dog has diabetes or a sensitivity to plants.

Russian Blue cat sniffing fresh basil leaves in a pot on a sunny kitchen windowsill

Can Cats Eat Basil? Safe Herb Guidelines for Felines

3 March 2024

Safety and uses of giving basil to cats, including potential benefits, risks, and the need for a meat-inclusive diet.

Alert guinea pig sitting by a pile of chopped celery in a cozy indoor hay-lined enclosure

Can Guinea Pigs Have Celery? Feeding Tips and Health Facts

2 March 2024

Guinea pigs can have celery as long as it is fed to them in moderation, and their calcium and oxalate levels are managed to prevent urinary problems.

Concerned owner holding orange juice away from an inquisitive Samoyed in a bright kitchen

Can Dogs Drink Orange Juice? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

2 March 2024

Potential health issues that can arise from dogs drinking orange juice, such as obesity and diabetes, and other drink and snack options that are better for your pup.

Black and white guinea pig contentedly munching on fresh green lettuce leaves in a well-lit room

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Lettuce? Nutritional Facts and Safe Types

2 March 2024

Guinea pigs can have different types of lettuce such as Romaine and Butterhead, but steer clear of Iceberg because it has fewer nutrients and more water.

Joyous brown guinea pig nibbling on fresh cucumber on a bed of hay inside an enclosure

Can Guinea Pigs Have Cucumbers? Nutritional Benefits and Feeding Tips

2 March 2024

Cucumbers can be a refreshing treat for guinea pigs that also offers some vitamin C and helps keep them hydrated, but it should still be given in moderation.

Attentive Golden Retriever about to be fed a bowl of cooked chicken gizzards in a cozy kitchen setting

Can Dogs Eat Chicken Gizzards? Nutritional Insights for Pet Owners

2 March 2024

Pros and cons of feeding your dog chicken gizzards, plus nutritional information, how to prepare them, and how to feed them to your dog in moderation.

Relaxed Beagle sitting on leaf-covered ground, gently receiving a chestnut from a person's hand

Can Dogs Eat Chestnuts? A Nutritional Guide for Pet Owners

2 March 2024

Safe ways for dogs to eat chestnuts, the toxicity of horse chestnuts, how to cook them, and possible allergic reactions.

A cautious Siamese cat examining a bowl of food-grade diatomaceous earth in a well-lit kitchen

Is Diatomaceous Earth Safe for Cats? An Expert Safety Guide

2 March 2024

Safety and efficacy of diatomaceous earth for cats, including the advantages of food-grade DE, the dangers of breathing in and coming into contact with it, and advice from vets.

Black Labrador Retriever sitting in the kitchen, attentively looking at a bowl of cooked lima beans

Can Dogs Eat Lima Beans? How to Safely Feed Your Dog

2 March 2024

This article discusses the following: the nutritional value of lima beans for dogs, how to safely add them to your dog's diet, how to prepare lima beans for dogs, and potential risks of feeding lima beans to dogs.

Cute Chihuahua eyeing a sealed jar of colorful jelly beans on a table in a cozy home setting

Can Dogs Have Jelly Beans? Know the Risks

2 March 2024

The risks of dogs eating jelly beans, including harmful additives such as xylitol and caffeine, and other options for dog treats.