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

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

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

Key Takeaways Monk fruit is the source of a popular new natural sweetener with zero calories and no known health side effects. While monk fruit extracts appear to be safe for dogs, you should not intentionally feed your pets sweetened foods, whether with sugar or other substances. Monk fruit is a type of melon grown… Read More

It’s the season for summer picnics, and that means lots of people will be packing or picking up some fried chicken to enjoy in the sun. If your pup is along for the outing, you may be wondering if he can have a nibble. While regular cooked chicken is a safe source of protein that… Read More

The weather is heating up, and Memorial Day is around the corner, which means it’s time to start grillin’! While your trusty canine sidekick eagerly awaits scraps, it’s important to know what can and can’t be shared with them. This handy graphic breaks down all the fixings of a burger and which components are toxic… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, sesame seeds are safe for canine consumption, so long as they eat them in moderation. Widely used in the world of human food (anything from hamburger buns to energy bars may have it), the sesame seed is non-toxic and suitable for a dog to enjoy. Filled to the brim with phosphorous, manganese,… Read More

View or download a PDF version of this infographic Curious about what is okay and not okay for your dog to eat? Check out our comprehensive guide on what human foods are safe and not safe for dogs. … Read More

The quick answer: Yes, you can give chia seeds to your dog without worry, though some recommend soaking the seeds before serving them. Key Takeaways Chia seeds are rich in various nutrients and have health benefits for dogs. Don’t feed your dogs too many chia seeds in one sitting. Check out a chia seed dog treat… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, dogs can eat plain cooked couscous in moderate amounts. Couscous is a whole grain made from durum wheat or barley, which is a staple in North Africa and is becoming more popular in Western diets. This healthy food is similar to rice, but is arguably a healthier grain to share with… Read More