Chances are you’ve already found your dog chewing on something you cherish: your favorite pair of shoes, a journal of story ideas, your first child’s baby photobook. You get frustrated yet stay calm, youtell your dog to drop it, yet they keep chewing. So you scurry over and take it out of their mouth and scold them for doing it in the first place.
As any dog owner will know, dogs love treats. Giving your dog a tasty chew or bone as a reward for good behavior will teach dogs discipline and can also incorporate healthy chewing and nutrients into their diet. However, dog owners must learn what bones are the best to give their pets.
Storing your dog’s food properly is important for keeping your pet happy and healthy as well as for keeping your home clean and organized. Not only does proper storage maintain freshness and nutritional value, but it will also prevent contamination or other pets getting into food that isn’t meant for them. Learn tips and tricks on how to store dry dog food, canned dog food, and treats to keep your dog healthy.
Is it safe for your dog to eat beef jerky? While jerky made for humans seems like it would make a good dog treat, there are many reasons it can be dangerous for your pet. The ingredients and potential hazards are just some of the reasons why you shouldn’t feed your dog beef jerky. Instead, you should only feed your dogs jerky treats made specifically for them.
As autumn quickly approaches, the leaves rapidly changing colors and falling to the ground, you likely want to partake in more fall activities. Apple picking is fun enough, but pumpkin picking is another joy altogether. Not only can you grab a fresh pumpkin, bring it home, and carve it into a jack-o’-lantern, you can also cook that pumpkin and its innards.
Thanksgiving is a holiday perhaps best known for its food. Roast turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing…the list goes on and on. What if your dog wants to join in on the feast? Not sure if dogs can eat turkey—or anything else from your Thanksgiving table? Read on and think twice before slipping your pup something from your plate this year.
