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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

Dogs can eat eggshells, but only after the shells have been cleaned, heat treated, and ground to a fine powder. Prepared that way, eggshell is a concentrated source of calcium carbonate. It is more concentrated than most owners expect: a single shell from a commercial laying hen carries roughly 2.2 grams of calcium, which is … Read more

Yes. Plain fresh or frozen blueberries are safe for most dogs in moderation, and veterinarians generally treat them as one of the better fruit snacks you can offer. They provide antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins, and unlike grapes or cherries they carry no toxins known to harm dogs. The American Kennel Club lists them as a … Read more

Yes, dogs can eat strawberries. Fresh strawberries are non-toxic and safe for most healthy dogs when they are washed, hulled, and cut to a size the dog can handle. Serve them as an occasional treat in small amounts. The fruit still contains sugar, and all treats combined should stay within about 10% of a dog’s … Read more

You’ve probably scrolled past a pet food recall notice and thought, “I could just cook for my dog.” A lot of owners land in the same place. Cooking at home lets you see every ingredient in the bowl, tailor meals to allergies, and skip the mystery ingredients. It also gets tricky the moment you try … Read more