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8 Restaurants with dog-friendly patios in Charlotte
8 places you can take your dog and chill on the patio. 11.Seoul Food Meat Co. 1400 South Church Street 2. 501 South Mint 1501…
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Hilary Swank is a hero to dogs in more ways than one
Hilary Swank is a hero at least to Chelsea Blackwell of Albany, New York, and her dog Blue. Blue, must have sensed a dog lover…
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Can dogs eat pineapple? Five health benefits of pineapples for dogs
Pineapples are a great low-calorie treat for dogs, so can dogs eat pineapple? The answer is yes, dogs can eat pineapple. They are packed with…
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Five common symptoms in dogs with pancreatitis
If your little guy or gal recently got in the garbage, ate a piece of fatty ham, or has been receiving table food on a…
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Common inherited diseases in Golden Retrievers and how food can help
Golden Retrievers are a popular breed among owners, in fact, they are consistently in the top 10 for most owned dogs in the United States….
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Chicken Allergies In Dogs: The Ultimate Guide
Similar to humans, dogs can be allergic to certain foods. Besides beef and dairy, chicken allergies in dogs are the next most common food allergy…
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Turmeric for dogs: The benefits, the dangers, how to use it and an awesome recipe
If you’ve ever gone to an Indian restaurant then you have probably had curry a time or two and turmeric is what gives it the…
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Feeding your dog for a strong immune system
Did you know that your dog’s diet plays a tremendous role in their overall health? It is imperative that your dog get plenty of exercise,…
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Your Mini-Guide to Feeding Your Cat A Bland Diet
If you are a cat owner expect to encounter vomiting and/or diarrhea several times throughout your cat’s life. Many times the cause of the diarrhea…
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The best peanut butter for dogs
Many owners often wonder if peanut butter is even safe for their dog? The answer is of course yes, peanut butter is an extremely safe…
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11 Steps to starting a successful pet treat business | cat & dog treats
Because many pet owners are now seeing the benefit of feeding their cats and dogs the best treats the pet treat business is a fairly…
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Dogs & Vitamins: Do dogs need them? Vitamin Deficiencies in dogs
Vitamins are necessary substances that dogs use to complete everyday metabolic functions properly. They are mostly found at low concentrations in the diet and unfortunately…
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Rosemary and rosemary extract in my dog’s food: Is it good or bad?
As owners are starting to be more cognizant of what goes into their dog’s bodies, many are starting to regularly read dog food labels and…
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Dogs & Ketosis: Should you feed your dog a ketogenic diet?
WHAT IS A KETOGENIC DIET? ARE KETOGENIC DIETS SAFE FOR DOGS? WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF A KETOGENIC DIET IN DOGS? WHAT DOGS SHOULD…
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How to read dog and cat food labels like a pro
Choosing a dog food or cat food for your pet is pivotal in promoting the best health and life possible for your fur baby. When…
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10 Things Every Pet Owner Must Avoid In Their Dogs Food
Would you eat unhealthy fast food every day of your life and expect to live a healthy life? Most likely not, but did you know…
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Choosing the best quality kibble dog food for your dog
Choosing high-quality dog food for your dog is of the utmost importance because your dog’s diet affects every aspect of their overall health including cognitive…
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Adaptogens & Nootropics: biohacking your dog
Have you heard of people ‘biohacking’ their lives through brain-boosting drugs and compounds? While many pet owners are wondering about biohacking their dogs for cognitive…
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Feeding for cognition: Nutritional support for the aging canine brain
As dogs age and head into their senior years, just like elderly people, there are dietary changes that can help their brains to function at…
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Essential Tips for Choosing Dog Food for Small Dogs & Puppies
If you’re a dog owner, chances are you’ve wondered about the correct way to feed your pup. While each dog is different (as most pet…
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Is your dog overweight? Weight loss in dogs and cats
Obesity in dogs and cats is a leading cause of secondary chronic issues and is the number one health concern in dogs worldwide, but is…
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Here is what you need to know about your dog eating grass
Many pet owners have concerns about their dog eating grass as it will sometimes lead to vomiting. Here are some things you should know if…
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Chia Seeds & Dogs: Which dogs benefit the most from chia seeds?
Dogs and Chia Seeds Overview Chia seeds have so many awesome benefits that most pet owners would be remiss if they didn’t include them in…
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9 of the healthiest fruits your dog can eat
Can dogs eat fruit? Yes, they can and there are some fruits that are truly beneficial for dogs like blueberries and apples. Fruit is also…
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Colitis in dogs: A mini-guide to caring for your dog with colitis
Overview of colitis in dogs: Colitis is a fairly common type of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs that usually causes persistent diarrhea of an unknown…
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Bland diets for dogs: Bland foods and dogs with bland diet recipe
If you have a dog, there will come a time in his or her life that your vet will put them on a ‘bland diet’…
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How dogs are joining the fight against COVID-19
History has shown the world that early and rapid detection of COVID-19 is critical in keeping numbers down and curbing the spread of the virus….
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Covid-19 in dogs & cats: 16 things you need to know
Can dogs and cats get Covid-19? Why are cats more susceptible to Covid-19 than dogs? How do I keep my pets safe from Covid-19? How…
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So, You Want To Be A Pet Blogger? Start Here
Here are 9 crucial steps to starting starting a successful pet blog 1. Decide on a niche One of the first things you need to…
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5 Common Causes of diarrhea in dogs
Unfortunately, having a dog means dealing with diarrhea at some point in their lives! Here are some pretty common reasons why your dog gets diarrhea….
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7 Scientifically backed super seeds for your dogs health
We want our fur babies to be as healthy as possible and super seeds are here to help you towards that goal. If you are…
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Proper storage of cat and dog food: 5 tips for best practices
Properly storing your dog and cat food is essential for it’s preservation and freshness. Correct storage practices ensure the best quality of the diet. Practicing…
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Feeding your dog: How much, how often, and what you should feed your dog
Your dogs diet is a key component of keeping them healthy. Make sure you are feeding them high-quality nutritious meals. This is why it’s extremely…
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You’re feeding your dog wrong! 10 Reasons why you are feeding your dog the wrong way
Here are ten things you might be doing that are destroying your dog’s diet! 1. NOT FEEDING FOR YOUR DOG’S LIFE STAGE Your dog’s nutritional…
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Why are there so many pet food recalls? 4 common reasons
What is a pet food recall? A pet food recall or voluntary retrieval (to somehow lessen the blow) is an emergency recall of dog or…
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7 Things you should change in your dogs diet when they are seniors
As dog’s age, they have different needs than younger pups and it’s important that pet owners are aware of the possible dietary needs that come…
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Cats & Milk: Can cats drink milk? Kittens and milk
Table of contents Should I give my cat milk or water? What is the best milk to choose for kittens weaning? Is milk bad for…
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Is your dogs food causing mucus?
Why finding mucus in your dog’s stool is actually a good thing Yep, you read that right, if you see a small amount of mucus…
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Patriotic Pup Coolers
Did you make this treat for your dog? Tag us in a picture so we can share it with the world! @the_pets_digest
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The differences between food intolerances and food allergies in dogs and cats
While many of the symptoms and presenting clinical signs of pet food intolerances in dogs and cats and pet food allergies in your pet are…
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10 Things to keep in mind when feeding your dog or cat a homemade diet
1. Make sure you are feeding balanced meals Many times pet owners are unknowingly feeding their dogs meals that aren’t balanced. If you are creating…
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5 things to do before you start your pet on a homemade diet
Thinking of placing your dog or cat on a homemade diet? These are five things you need to know before you start making your pet…
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10 low-fat foods your dog will actually want to eat
As a mom of a fur baby that suffers from pancreatitis, I know all too well the struggle of trying to find a food that…
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Carob Dripped Donuts Bites
Did you make these donuts? Tag us on Instagram so we can share with the world 🙂 @the_pets_digest
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Keep your pets safe this July 4th!
The fourth of July is the ultimate summer celebration for many. It is full of barbecues, pool parties, drinks, and fireworks. But the holiday may…
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18 of the best flours to use in your homemade dog treats
Want to start making your dog homemade dog treats but aren’t sure where to begin? If you have a dog treat recipe that calls for…
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20 of the best and most unique gifts for dog lovers
If you are a dog lover like myself then you understand the thrill of receiving a unique item for your fur baby. When shopping for…
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No Cookie Cutter Christmas Wreath Dog Cookies
This Christmas make sure to include your fur baby in the festivities! These treats would be great to give away as presents or as a…
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How to comfort a dog with pancreatitis at home
JUMP TO THE 10 TIPS ON COMFORTING YOUR DOG WITH PANCREATITIS Updated 10/2021 As a veterinarian with a dog that has pancreatitis, I understand the…
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6 Things to do when your dog has diarrhea
You walk in from work only to notice that your pup has diarrhea you can’t take him or her to the vet but you want…
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What a veterinarian feeds her dog with pancreatitis
I have one dog (Chi-Chi) that suffers from pancreatitis and another (Cha-Cha) that suffers from occasional IBS. Talk about a sore stomach! As a pet…
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How to care for a sick dog & keep them comfortable
A couple of days ago, my dog Cha Cha threw up what looked like blood. In addition, she wasn’t being her normal self, she was…
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9 Ways Your Pet Can Earn a Living (besides breeding)!
‘He needs to get a job!’ I huffed as I shakily lugged yet another cumbersome and heavy $98 bag of Royal Canin Low Fat prescription food…
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Pancreatitis in Ferrets
Yes, ferrets can get pancreatitis and it turns out it may be a bit more common than most vets thought! Infectious, inflammatory and endocrine diseases…
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7 rules of thumb when making your pets treats
These are seven things to remember when you’re making your dog homemade treats from scratch. 1.Use Pet Safe Ingredients This may be a no brainier,…
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14 Binders to use in your homemade dog treats: The good, the bad & the ugly
What are Binders I don’t know about you, but I’ve had some dog treat disasters when I initially started making my dogs treats. They were…
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13 Foods that can help if your dog has diarrhea or vomiting
If you own a dog and have not been woken up at 2 am by the rhythmic retching that is only preceded by you having…
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Budesonide or Prednisone, finding the best treatment for IBD in your dog?
For years pet owners have turned to the steroids such as prednisone or prednisolone for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs. However, with…
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7 safe over the counter medications for diarrhea & vomiting in dogs
When your dog has stomach problems like diarrhea or vomiting it can be worrisome but knowing what over-the-counter diarrhea medications you can give your dog…
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How to choose the best probiotic for your dog
Probiotics are extremely popular in the human health field and are now becoming increasingly utilized in pet diets. Here are five things to help you…
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The Dangers and Benefits of Feeding Your Dog Chia Seeds
The Dangers of Feeding Your Dog Chia Seeds The Benefits of Feeding Your Dog Chia Seeds How Much Chia Seed Should I Feed My Dog…
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4 All Natural Probiotics for Dogs we Love
Probiotics have been a major part of many peoples diets for years, now your pets can benefit from taking them as well. Although, this post…
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16 Holiday Foods that Can Harm Your Dog or Cat
Do you have a dog or cat and want to include them in the holiday festivities this Christmas or Thanksgiving? Read this list to make…
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5 things you should always have on hand if your dog has a chronic intestinal disease
Feeding your dog a bland diet and low fat treats is par for the course if you have a dog with chronic pancreatitis or other…
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Pancreatitis in dogs: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment
When my little guy was first diagnosed with pancreatitis I was devastated. I knew that in some cases this could mean lifelong management with low-fat…
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Your dog’s nails and what they can tell you about their health
Unlike humans, your dog obviously can’t verbally tell you it’s time for a mani-pedi (I guess in this case a pawdicure) but if you notice…
