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Can Dogs Eat Smoked Salmon? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Smoked Salmon? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Our pups are as curious as other pets. They are always looking to explore new things to keep themselves busy and happy. This also applies to trying new foods.…

Jeff Weishaupt
By Jeff Weishaupt
Dog Ate a Prenatal Vitamin? Here’s What To Do (Vet Answer)

Dog Ate a Prenatal Vitamin? Here’s What To Do (Vet Answer)

Prenatal vitamins contain high concentrations of iron, calcium, and vitamin D, which can be extremely toxic to dogs, especially if they swallow more than one.1…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
Can Dogs Eat Deer Meat? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Deer Meat? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Whether you think your dog is bored of its same old food and needs something new, or it is allergic to common protein sources, or you’re just looking for a pro…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
Can a Basset Hound Be Left Alone? Time Limits & Considerations

Can a Basset Hound Be Left Alone? Time Limits & Considerations

Basset Hounds are affectionate dogs that love to spend time with their owners. However, sometimes, you have to leave them alone at home. While some dogs behave…

Jeff Weishaupt
By Jeff Weishaupt
Will a Cat Have Diarrhea After Changing Food? Vet Reviewed Advice

Will a Cat Have Diarrhea After Changing Food? Vet Reviewed Advice

There will be times when you decide to switch your cat's food. The reason could be that your furry companion is entering a new stage of life, they get sick, or…

Hanh Duong
By Hanh Duong
7 Foods High in Vitamin K for Dogs: Vet Reviewed Advice & FAQ

7 Foods High in Vitamin K for Dogs: Vet Reviewed Advice & FAQ

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning it requires bile salts and fats to be absorbed in the gut. It is found mainly in two forms: vitamin K1 (also called…

Genevieve Dugal
By Genevieve Dugal
How To Treat Mange in Feral Cats: 5 Vet Approved Methods

How To Treat Mange in Feral Cats: 5 Vet Approved Methods

Have you noticed a feral cat in your neighborhood scratching and biting itself like crazy? If your wandering feline neighbor is itching up a storm and losing h…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
10 Vet-Verified Benefits of Eye Supplements for Dogs – Protecting Their Vision

10 Vet-Verified Benefits of Eye Supplements for Dogs – Protecting Their Vision

As dog owners, we want to ensure our pets have the best of everything. This means searching for the best dog food, the most comfortable pet bed, the best veter…

Melissa Gunter
By Melissa Gunter
Do I Need to Feed My Cat Breed-Specific Food? Vet Approved Advice

Do I Need to Feed My Cat Breed-Specific Food? Vet Approved Advice

The short answer to this question is no. You don't have to feed your cat breed-specific food, and there are several reasons why. However, breed-specific food i…

Beth Crane
By Beth Crane
Can Dogs Eat Clover? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Clover? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Clovers are rich in antioxidants and have a tangy, spicy flavor that has been used in many cultures to treat inflammation of the joints and digestive problems…

Kerry-Ann Kerr
By Kerry-Ann Kerr