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kleineralsdrei, Flickr It doesn't have to be the holidays for us to want to treat our dogs. We love to indulge ourselves-and them-and are careful to avoid poisoning pets with high-risk foods like chocolate, macadamia nuts, avocados, or raisons/grapes. Artificial sweeteners keep owners lean, but any goodies sweetened with Xylitol could cause canine liver failure. So when the aroma of baking and roasting turns on the doggy drool, what human foods are safe for dogs to snack on? Actually, dogs have been eating the same foods people do for centuries and not only live to tell about it, they thrive. And holistic vets often recommend some of these foods for a more natural way to treat your doggy ...
Supper time is almost as exciting for owners as it is for their dogs. When you see the excited joy on your best buddy's face as you fill his food bowl, it cheers up even the gloomiest day. That's why supper time ranks just below coming home from work as the best moment dog owners have with their pets every day. This dog-food commercial is an ode to those seconds when a dog hears the tempting sound of kibble and comes a-runnin'. It's high-definition and super-slow-motion video, so you can really observe and savor the palpable joy. ...
No, boy. Not food. slava, Flickr Owners fill bowls with nutritious food to keep dogs healthy. So why do dogs eat weird, disgusting and even dangerous stuff? Dogs use their mouths the way we use our hands. They pick up objects and explore their world by mouthing, tasting, and chewing. That sometimes gets them into trouble if they swallow something they shouldn't. Eating Grass As omnivores, dogs benefit from eating vegetables or fruits. Even coyotes and wolves eat vegetable matter found in the stomach of prey, as well as roots, grasses and fruit. Dogs often beg for and enjoy snacks of raw vegetables like lettuce, green beans and carrots. Most pet dogs occasionally eat grass, which may ...
teddy23901, Flickr Pet store aisles are lined with dozens of brands of dog food. There's dry food, canned food, and semimoist food. Then there are all the labels: natural, holistic, super-premium, organic. How do you know which one is right for your dog? To help you find the best food for your furry companion, WebMD went to the experts to get answers to eight common questions about dog food. 1. If a dog food is more expensive, does that mean it's better? Many dog owners these days splurge on expensive dog foods, thinking they are buying the best for their dogs. But when it comes to quality, price isn't a good guideline, says Joseph Wakshlag, DVM, PhD, assistant professor of clinical ...
Getty Picture this. You live in a fifth-floor walk-up in a big city. You don't have a car. It's a cold, wet day and you realize your dog is nearly out of food, leaving you with no choice but to trudge to the nearest store and pick up a bag. Lugging home 40 lbs. of dog food presents a physical challenge in addition to an inconvenience, but you love your pet and you do what you have to do. Or maybe you live in a rural area and there's no store nearby. You don't notice that your cat is down to the last few kibbles until it's too late, meaning you have to make a late-night run to the store, which is pretty much the last thing you want to do at the end of a long day. In either case, there's a ...
KatamariMari, Flickr Name: Candylane Butterfly Kisses (aka Cody) Location: Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. Age: 5 months Breed: Papillon Favorite Toy: Butterfly squeaky toy. Favorite Treat: Little Jacs Liver Treats. Likes: Playing with his canine brother Muffin, chasing his feline housemate Pudding, and snuggling with his owner. Dislikes: Being left alone with the other animals in the house. Vertically Challenged: While he can jump very high, he can't make it up on his parents' bed. Congratulations to our submitter, KatamariMari. If you'd like to submit your pet, upload your favorite pet photos to our Flickr pool! More Cute Pets Share ...