Updated: August 2020 Ham is a staple during many American holidays. You probably grew up on juicy hams on Easter or Christmas before getting sick of the leftovers over the next week or so. From ham sandwiches to ham soup, there are lots of ways to prepare your ham. When you get tired of looking … Read more
Can Your Dog Have Raspberries? Berry season is one of the tastiest fruit seasons around. Sweet strawberries, tart blackberries, and succulent blueberries taste exactly like summertime. While you’re tossing berries into your morning oatmeal or whipping them into a frothy smoothie, your body appreciates the fiber and vitamin C they provide. Before you start sharing … Read more
Many sources have been telling the world how dangerous raw meat is for our health. Neglecting to clean the counters properly after placing raw meat on them can lead to a serious foodborne illness. With these dire warnings, it’s no wonder that dog owners are shocked that some dogs are purposefully fed raw meat as … Read more
Pasta is a guaranteed comfort food. You make it light and loaded with veggies, or you can make it cheesy and drowning in a rich tomato cream sauce or a white cheese sauce. However you take your pasta, you’ll take it as long as it’s delicious. Before you give your dog a heaping serving of … Read more
Flaky, perfectly cooked salmon is a light, mouthwatering option for your dinner. You can put it over a bed of greens, pair it with a side of couscous, or enjoy it alongside steamed vegetables. No matter how you enjoy your salmon, its abundance of fatty acids make this a nutritious choice if you’re watching your … Read more
Did you hate green beans as a child? Whether they were canned or fresh, you probably snuck them under the table to your dog in the hopes that your mom didn’t notice you weren’t the one whittling away at that little green pile. Hopefully, your tastes have changed as an adult because green beans are … Read more
Dogs are notorious for eating anything that fits in their mouth and tastes remotely delicious. You’ve heard the old jokes about goats eating everything under the sun, but it seems like dogs fit that bill more than goats do. If you’ve owned dogs at all, you probably have an idea of the culinary dangers lurking … Read more
In the wake of a certain coffee joint’s popular pumpkin spice latte, the popularity of pumpkin has exploded. There are a variety of treats on the market that use pumpkin as a main ingredient, and everyone knows how popular a traditional pumpkin pie is on Thanksgiving. As you’re preparing your pumpkin treats, keep in mind … Read more
Can Dogs Have Peanuts? Peanuts don’t get enough credit. They’re crunchy, salty, and filling. While they have a reputation for being high in fat, they’re filled with good fat! Before you banish peanuts from your diet because of their caloric content, you should consider the health benefits available to you. If peanuts are good for … Read more
You have plenty of childhood memories of coming home from school on a crisp, fall afternoon and being greeted by the smell of cinnamon and other spices. Perhaps it was a warm pie or a pot of fresh applesauce that your mom had waiting for you. When autumn rolls around, and you start your own … Read more
Popcorn is a must-have when you’re sitting in a dark theater at a hotly anticipated movie. Slathered in butter and paired with a soda, it’s the perfect snack as you take a break from reality. If your family loves to munch on popcorn at home, you’ve definitely tossed a few kernels to your dog as … Read more
Can Dogs drink milk? If you’re wondering what it’s like to have a dog, or how to keep them as pets? You’ve come to the right place. Today we will look at how milk is for dogs, and whether they enjoy it or not. So, let’s jump in right away and find out. Is Milk … Read more
Nuts, like macadamia nuts and brazil nuts, are not safe for dogs. Unlike macadamia nuts and brazil nuts, raw cashew is safe for dogs. Some raw nuts pose a choking hazard for dogs. Most of the nuts contain a high-fat content. Cashew nut, in moderate amounts, does not harm your dog. With such an emphasis … Read more
Celery is the butt of many diet jokes. Some people jokingly claim that chewing celery burns more calories than the celery actually contains. If you’re one of the people who likes celery, you probably have it on hand to toss into soups, casseroles, and to munch on between meals. If you want to share a … Read more
Remember all those dinners when your mom would give you broccoli and you’d do everything you could to get out of eating it, including slipping it under the table to your waiting dog? Your dog probably didn’t drop dead from their broccoli snacks, so that shows broccoli doesn’t present any immediate danger to canines. However, … Read more