It’s a familiar scene: you turn away from the counter for two seconds, and the butter dish is empty. Or maybe a corner of toast slipped off your plate and your dog got there before you did. Either way, you’re now wondering the same thing every dog owner eventually googles: is this actually a problem? …
Eucalyptus has a clean, spa-like scent that many people love but if you share your home with a dog, that same plant can turn into a serious health hazard. The short answer to “is eucalyptus safe for dogs” is no. Every part of the eucalyptus plant, along with its extracted oil, contains compounds that dogs …
When your dog comes limping in from the yard with a fresh scrape on their paw, the first thing most of us do is head straight for the medicine cabinet. Neosporin is sitting right there, and it works on our own cuts and scrapes so it’s only natural to wonder whether it’s safe to dab …
If your dog is staring at the crispy skin left on your plate after dinner, you’re probably wondering whether it’s safe to slip them a piece. The short answer is that cooked, plain salmon skin is fine for most healthy dogs in small amounts, while raw or seasoned skin is a completely different situation. Here’s …
Your dog just licked up the sesame seeds that fell from your burger bun, or maybe you’re wondering whether that piece of sesame-crusted bread is safe to share. Either way, you want a clear answer quickly. Here it is: sesame seeds are not toxic to dogs. They are not on the ASPCA’s list of foods …
If you’ve been sprinkling chia seeds into your morning smoothie and wondering whether your dog can share in the goodness, you’re not alone. Chia seeds have earned superfood status in human nutrition, and curious dog owners naturally ask the same question. The short answer is yes dogs can safely eat chia seeds in moderation. But …
No. Dogs should not be given rib bones, cooked or raw, as a chew or a treat. Rib bones splinter, and the fragments cause choking, broken teeth, mouth injuries, and blockages or tears in the digestive tract. Veterinary and federal health sources advise against feeding bones of any kind, and beef, pork, and lamb ribs …
Dogs can eat sunflower seeds in one form: plain kernels with the shell removed, unsalted and unseasoned, in small amounts. The kernel is not toxic. The hull, the salt and the flavor coatings are what turn a harmless snack into a problem, and the calories add up faster than most owners expect. Sunflower seeds are …
Yes. A healthy dog can eat plain scrambled eggs that are fully cooked and made without butter, oil, salt, seasoning, onion, garlic, milk, or cheese. Eggs are a treat, not a meal, so they belong inside the 10 percent of daily calories vets set aside for treats. Dogs with pancreatitis, weight problems, egg allergy, or …
Yes, most dogs can have a small amount of plain almond butter as an occasional treat. Almonds are not toxic to dogs, but the jar has to be free of xylitol and chocolate and low in added sugar and salt. Almond butter is high in fat and calories, so portions stay small and infrequent. Is …