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Vitamin A for Dogs: What It Does and How Much To Give
Vitamin A for Dogs: What It Does and How Much To Give
By Elizabeth Kowalski, CVT, FFCP Vitamin A is an essential nutrient for many parts of your dog’s body, from their eyes to their immune system. Dogs need adequate vitamin A... Read more...
Dog Paws Anatomy & Care Guide
Dog Paws Anatomy & Care Guide
Dog paws are more than cute little (or big) toe beans. They’re essential tools for movement, balance, temperature regulation, and even sensing the world around them. Understanding how your dog’s... Read more...
Are Blueberries Good For Dogs?
Are Blueberries Good For Dogs?
You can give your dog blueberries. Blueberries are a safe, dog-friendly fruit that can make a nutritious addition to your dog’s diet when served properly. Naturally low in calories and... Read more...
What Nutrients do Dogs Need? An Essential Guide
What Nutrients do Dogs Need? An Essential Guide
Understanding essential nutrients isn’t just a scientific exercise: it’s one of the most practical ways pet owners can feel truly confident about what goes into their dog’s bowl. With so... Read more...
Heatstroke in Dogs: Symptoms, First Aid, and Prevention
Heatstroke in Dogs: Symptoms, First Aid, and Prevention
Although summer is many people’s favorite season, hot weather can be dangerous for dogs because they can’t cool themselves down very effectively. Heatstroke can result from exposure to heat and... Read more...
Dog Parasites: Types, Symptoms, and How To Treat Them
Dog Parasites: Types, Symptoms, and How To Treat Them
By Elizabeth Kowalski, CVT, FFCP Parasites in dogs are a common problem. These unwelcome pests can live inside or on your dog’s body, affecting their digestion, skin comfort, and overall... Read more...
Feeding Considerations For Dogs With Diabetes: A Veterinary Nutrition Guide
Feeding Considerations For Dogs With Diabetes: A Veterinary Nutrition Guide
When a dog is diagnosed with diabetes, most pet parents have questions about daily care, including what to feed a diabetic dog. Working closely with your veterinarian can help you... Read more...
Why Does My Dog Steal My Spot? Reasons and Training Tips
Why Does My Dog Steal My Spot? Reasons and Training Tips
Your dog wants your spot You get up for two minutes to grab a snack or answer the door, and when you come back, your dog has already claimed the... Read more...
Are Dogs Omnivores or Carnivores? The Science Explained
Are Dogs Omnivores or Carnivores? The Science Explained
 Black and white Border Collie with a bone in the grass. Most people assume dogs are carnivores. After all, dogs descended from wolves, wolves hunt, and dogs still have those... Read more...
Why Is My Dog Peeing So Much? Causes and What To Do
Why Is My Dog Peeing So Much? Causes and What To Do
  Peeing more than usual is a common problem in dogs of all ages. Frequent urination in dogs has many underlying causes, ranging from a passing issue such as drinking... Read more...
Dog Constipation: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Dog Constipation: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Feeling constipated is uncomfortable. No one wants to have trouble with their bowel movement, including your dog.  Dog constipation can make bowel movements difficult, painful, or infrequent. While mild constipation... Read more...
How Long Does It Take for a Dog to Digest Food?
How Long Does It Take for a Dog to Digest Food?
As it is with humans, your dog’s digestive system is an important part of their overall health. As the National Institute of Health puts it, the digestive process is vital... Read more...
Signs of Aging in Dogs: How to Recognize Them
Signs of Aging in Dogs: How to Recognize Them
As much as we wish they would stay puppies forever, we cannot prevent them from aging. We can, however, take measures to help senior pets live as happily as possible... Read more...
Gastroenteritis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Gastroenteritis in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Gastroenteritis in dogs is more common than many pet owners realize. Recognizing it early can make a meaningful difference in your dog’s comfort, recovery, and long-term health. From what goes... Read more...
7 Best Natural Low-Calorie Dog Treats
7 Best Natural Low-Calorie Dog Treats
Low-calorie dog treats are specially made rewards and snacks that deliver the same tail-wagging joy as standard treats, but with fewer calories. They’re a healthier alternative for owners who want... Read more...
10 Common Dog Skin Conditions and Care Guide for Pet Parents
10 Common Dog Skin Conditions and Care Guide for Pet Parents
Skin problems are among the most common reasons pet parents bring their dogs to the vet. As the body’s largest organ, skin serves as a critical first line of defense... Read more...
Bad Breath in Dogs: Causes and How To Help
Bad Breath in Dogs: Causes and How To Help
Bad breath in dogs is a common concern among pet parents. Although your dog’s diet can affect how their breath smells, there are also many health-related reasons for stinky breath.... Read more...
How Fast Can Dogs Run? Speed Rank by Breed
How Fast Can Dogs Run? Speed Rank by Breed
When dogs run after a squirrel, they can go from sniffing to sprinting in seconds. But how fast can dogs run? Most healthy dogs can reach 15 to 20 mph... Read more...
How Long Are Dog’s Pregnant? Stages of a Dog’s Pregnancy
How Long Are Dog’s Pregnant? Stages of a Dog’s Pregnancy
How long are dogs pregnant? Stages of a dog’s pregnancy Understanding a dog’s pregnancy timeline helps pet parents provide appropriate care, recognize normal physical and behavioral changes, and prepare for... Read more...
Are Dogs Lactose Intolerant? Symptoms to Look Out For
Are Dogs Lactose Intolerant? Symptoms to Look Out For
Many dogs struggle to digest lactose, the natural sugar found in milk and dairy products, and this can lead to noticeable digestive upset after they eat or drink something dairy-based.... Read more...
Can Dogs Eat Seaweed? Benefits, Risks, And How To Feed It
Can Dogs Eat Seaweed? Benefits, Risks, And How To Feed It
Pet owners often wonder which foods they enjoy can be safely shared with their dogs, and seaweed is a growing point of curiosity. Sea vegetables describe all different types of... Read more...
Can Dogs Eat Rice? Benefits, Types And Risks Explained
Can Dogs Eat Rice? Benefits, Types And Risks Explained
Rice is a popular ingredient in both commercial dog food and home-cooked meals, but is rice safe for dogs? For most dogs, yes, they can eat plain, cooked rice as... Read more...
Dog Grooming Tips: How To Groom Your Dog At Home
Dog Grooming Tips: How To Groom Your Dog At Home
Dog grooming isn’t just about having a clean, nice-smelling dog. Regular grooming at home helps keep the coat, skin, paws, nails, ears, and eyes in good condition. It also allows... Read more...
Is Pumpkin Good For Dogs With Diarrhea? What To Know
Is Pumpkin Good For Dogs With Diarrhea? What To Know
Pumpkin is a popular food pet parents often reach for when their dog has diarrhea. But does pumpkin actually help? Its soluble fiber may help firm loose stools in some... Read more...
Lymphoma in Dogs: Signs and Symptoms
Lymphoma in Dogs: Signs and Symptoms
Cancer is a common diagnosis in our canine friends, with lymphoma accounting for up to 14% of cancer diagnoses. Finding out or suspecting that your pet has cancer can be... Read more...
Can Dogs Eat Oranges? Benefits, Risks, And Feeding Tips
Can Dogs Eat Oranges? Benefits, Risks, And Feeding Tips
Can dogs eat oranges? Yes, most dogs can safely eat the fleshy part of an orange in small amounts. Oranges are non-toxic to dogs and provide nutrients like vitamin C,... Read more...
The 8 Smartest Dog Breeds Ranked by Intelligence
The 8 Smartest Dog Breeds Ranked by Intelligence
Every dog learns differently, and understanding a breed’s trainable traits and natural learning style can make the difference between a frustrated owner and a confident, well-behaved companion. Some dogs pick... Read more...
Can Dogs Have Tomatoes? Healthy Benefits and Feeding Tips
Can Dogs Have Tomatoes? Healthy Benefits and Feeding Tips
Tomatoes are a kitchen staple in most households, including those with pets. If you’re a dog owner who loves to share with your pup, you may wonder if tomatoes are... Read more...
Understanding Osteosarcoma in Dogs
Understanding Osteosarcoma in Dogs
Osteosarcoma in dogs is a common cancer overall and the most common type of bone cancer that affects our canine friends. No pet owner wants to think about cancer affecting... Read more...
Are elevated bowls better for dogs? Benefits and risks
Are elevated bowls better for dogs? Benefits and risks
The quick answer Elevated bowls aren’t universally better or worse — it depends on your dog’s size, breed and health. They may help senior dogs, dogs with mobility issues and... Read more...
Can dogs eat grapes? A safety guide for owners
Can dogs eat grapes? A safety guide for owners
Grapes and raisins (aka dried grapes) may seem like harmless, healthy snacks, but for dogs, they can pose a serious and unpredictable risk. This guide is designed to help pet... Read more...
Dog diarrhea: How to identify it and what to do next
Dog diarrhea: How to identify it and what to do next
Why does your dog have diarrhea? The truth is in the poop. Keeping an eye on our dog’s stools, albeit not the most appealing activity, is one of the ways... Read more...
4 Best Weight Loss Foods for Dogs: Nutrition Choices
4 Best Weight Loss Foods for Dogs: Nutrition Choices
Some pet parents try everything before switching their pup to appropriate food for overweight dogs. If you’ve tried everything — portioning out the kibble, limiting snacks and dog treats, never... Read more...
Why Dogs Eat Poop and How to Stop It
Why Dogs Eat Poop and How to Stop It
Few sights unsettle a dog owner quite like watching their beloved companion eat feces. Even the most attentive, caring owners ask the same questions: Why is my dog doing this?... Read more...
How to Help a Dog Gain Weight: 3 Best Foods and Tips
How to Help a Dog Gain Weight: 3 Best Foods and Tips
The majority of pets in America are overweight, but what’s a pet parent to do if they have a malnourished dog that actually needs to gain weight?  Unexplained weight loss... Read more...
Why Do Dogs Yawn? Common Causes and Solutions
Why Do Dogs Yawn? Common Causes and Solutions
You glance over at your dog and catch a wide, dramatic yawn. Your first instinct? Sleepy pup. Sometimes you’d be right, but more often, that yawn is saying something far... Read more...
Why Dogs Eat Cat Poop and How to Stop It
Why Dogs Eat Cat Poop and How to Stop It
When your dog runs up to lick your face, most pet owners probably don’t want to smell cat poop!  Litter-box snacking is a common but frustrating habit that can expose... Read more...
How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight: 9 Top Tips
How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight: 9 Top Tips
If your dog is overweight, you’re not alone—but you do need to take action. An estimated 50 million dogs in the United States are overweight or obese, according to the... Read more...
Is grain-free dog food bad? What you need to know
Is grain-free dog food bad? What you need to know
TL;DR: Grain-Inclusive vs. Grain-Free Dog Food Grain-free diets aren’t always healthier. They rose in popularity by comparing dogs to wolves and labeling grains as “fillers,” but research doesn’t support that... Read more...
Gut Health for Dogs: How to Improve and Maintain It
Gut Health for Dogs: How to Improve and Maintain It
The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is home to millions of bacteria and other microorganisms that help maintain your dog’s health. This population of microbes, called the gut microbiome, influences not only... Read more...
Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? Causes, Risks, and When to Worry
Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? Causes, Risks, and When to Worry
Does your dog think he’s the lawn mower? Well, we have certainly heard that before! Grass eating is a common dog behavior that can concern pet owners. Why do dogs... Read more...
What to Feed a Dog With an Upset Stomach: Safe Foods
What to Feed a Dog With an Upset Stomach: Safe Foods
Most dogs will eat almost anything you give them, and then some. It’s no surprise that many dogs develop stomach upset at some point in their lives, but it can... Read more...
The Pet Food Industry a Decade After the Melamine Recall of 2007
The Pet Food Industry a Decade After the Melamine Recall of 2007
This past month marked the 10-year anniversary of one of the worse consumer recalls in American history: the Melamine Pet Food Recall of 2007. Among our core values at JustFoodForDogs,... Read more...
How Much Should I Be Feeding My Dog?
How Much Should I Be Feeding My Dog?
Why is the question “How much should I feed my dog?” so important? Because a proper diet, balanced nutrition, and healthy body weight are critical factors in determining your dog’s... Read more...
How to Keep Your Dog Healthy
How to Keep Your Dog Healthy
What do veterinarians recommend most when they are asked how to keep my dog healthy? Most veterinarians agree that proper diet, regular exercise, routine checkups, and proper grooming—not to mention... Read more...
Is Commercial Pet Food Safe?
Is Commercial Pet Food Safe?
We share our lives with our dogs. It makes sense that we share our standards of food with them too. We cannot continue to feed them like farm animals. Why?... Read more...
Is Rice Bad For Dogs?
Is Rice Bad For Dogs?
Dog owners might have read about possible arsenic toxicity in brown rice and other rice products. Dr. John Tegzes, VMD, a board-certified veterinary toxicologist, sets the record straight. He explains why... Read more...
How to Choose Dog Food for Picky and Finicky Eaters
How to Choose Dog Food for Picky and Finicky Eaters
Read about why your dog is being picky as well as tips to get them to eat. The post How to Choose Dog Food for Picky and Finicky Eaters appeared... Read more...
Breeds That Do Not Do Well In The Cold
Breeds That Do Not Do Well In The Cold
These dog breeds have less body fat than most and therefore do not do well in freezing temperatures. The post Breeds That Do Not Do Well In The Cold appeared... Read more...
Dog Diarrhea: How to Identify It and What to Do Next.
Dog Diarrhea: How to Identify It and What to Do Next.
When it comes to your dog’s poop, it takes some investigative work to see what their bodies are trying to tell you. The post Dog Diarrhea: How to Identify It... Read more...