The quick answer: Yes, dogs can eat plain cooked oatmeal. This popular food, often eaten for breakfast, is highly versatile and can be enjoyed many different ways. The good news is that it can be shared with your dog—so long as you do so before adding in all your fixings.  Benefits of oatmeal By itself,… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, in moderation, barring any allergies. Benefits of peanuts This oily legume is not like other nuts— it grows more like a potato underground, likely why cats don’t eat too much of these in the wild. Peanuts in particular add crunch and fat to dishes and are used in many cuisines across… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, cats can eat cooked salmon in very small amounts. Carnivorous felines need to eat meat in order to get the essential proteins, amino acids, healthy fats, and other vital nutrients for survival. Your cat may be drawn to salmon because of its strong, fishy smell. However, salmon doesn’t provide enough vitamins… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, the “meat” of avocado as well as avocado oil are safe for cats, in moderation. Avocados contain healthy fats and they are a great source of natural and complete proteins. How cats can eat avocado You can mix avocado into your cat’s food or offer them small nibbles as a treat…. Read More

Key Takeaways If you have a surplus of produce from your garden, many fruits and vegetables can be fed to your dog or cat, in small amounts. Most fruits and vegetables that can be fed to your dog are also healthy for your cat, although they may be less interested. As gardening season approaches, people… Read More

The quick answer: Maybe. If your cat is healthy, they can eat ham, but only in very small amounts. Ham for cats Ham is rich in protein which is why it might be so tempting to your kitty. Cats are carnivores, meaning they need to consume protein daily to meet their nutritional needs, so ham… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, cats can eat bacon sparingly, but it is not recommended to feed bacon to your cat regularly. We all can agree that bacon is delicious, salty, crunchy, and one of the best parts about Sunday brunch. As obligate carnivores, cats, too, love meat and may be tempted to try a bite… Read More

The quick answer: Technically yes, but it’s best to avoid. Though peanut butter isn’t unsafe or toxic for cats, it is not beneficial to their diet and could (in rare cases) prove dangerous. Benefits of peanut butter Humans and dogs can benefit from the nut-based proteins and fats from peanut butter. All-natural peanut butter without… Read More

The quick answer: No. Popcorn presents a potential choking hazard as well as seasoning contraindications. Corn itself is not toxic to cats, so popped corn is also safe in physical composition, but it’s the irregular shape and pieces of hardened kernel that could cause choking in cats and small pets. Though not toxic to cats,… Read More

Colder weather is here, which means many of us are taking to indoor activities, including getting back into baking. Nowadays, you can find just about anything pumpkin spice; in addition to coffee, there’s also snacks, cereals, candy, liqueur, and even deodorant! It’s clear that we love our fall spices, and as you pull them out… Read More

Sharing food is a universal way to bond with loved ones, including pets. However, some foods that are perfectly safe for people to eat can be toxic or unsafe for dogs and cats. Be sure you know what foods are safe to share with pets before offering your four-legged friend a bite off your plate…. Read More