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5 Christmas Safety Tips for Dogs: Food Hazards, Stress, First Aid & Holiday Risks
Keep your dog safe this Christmas with these 5 essential holiday safety tips. Learn about toxic festive foods, stress management strategies, dangerous decorations, and first-aid essentials from a canine nutrition expert.
Christmas 2025 Gift Guide for Dog Owners (UK) – Smart, Fun & Thoughtful Picks
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for dog owners in the UK? Discover our 2025 festive guide packed with eco-friendly treats, tech gadgets, foodie delights, luxury pampering gifts, and adventurer essentials for dogs and their humans.
Can Dog’s Eat Liver?
Wondering if your dog can eat liver? Discover the benefits of liver in a home-cooked diet, which dogs should avoid it, how much is safe, and why too much can cause problems. Plus, get your copy of the “Can My Dog Eat That?” e-book for more expert guidance.
5 Common Mistakes Puppy Owners Make (and How to Give Your Dog the Healthiest Start in Life)
Learn the 5 biggest mistakes puppy owners make with diet and health — from overfeeding to supplements — and how to help your dog grow strong and balanced.
Why Your dog Does Not Need a Detox
Detox for dogs” sounds appealing—but it’s marketing, not medicine. Learn what detox really means, how your dog’s liver & kidneys already work, the red flags in pet “detox” products, and what evidence-based steps truly support canine health.
5 Things I Would Never Feed My Dog as a Canine Nutritionist
Think “natural” means “safe”? Think again. As a canine nutritionist, I’m exposing 5 popular foods and chews I’d never give my own dog — including raw diets, garlic, salmon oil, raw vegetables, and even antlers. Discover the surprising science behind each one.
Pumpkin for Dogs: A Canine Nutritionist’s Deep Dive
Discover the surprising benefits of pumpkin for dogs: digestive support, skin health, weight control, urinary health, and more. Includes supplement options, cooking, seed use, jerky & gummy recipes, and more
Can Dogs Eat Pasta? A Balanced Guide for Every Pet Owner
Discover the surprising benefits of pumpkin for dogs: digestive support, skin health, weight control, urinary health, and more. Includes supplement options, cooking, seed use, jerky & gummy recipes, and more
Can Dogs Safely Eat Crocodile Meat? Benefits, Risks, Ethics & Conservation Explained
Discover whether dogs can eat crocodile meat safely: examine nutrition, toxin risks, bioaccumulation, ethical and conservation impacts, and guidelines for pet owners.
Can Dogs Eat Rice? A Science-Backed Guide to Rice in Canine Nutrition
Can dogs eat rice? Discover the truth about rice in dog nutrition—myths, benefits, risks, best types, feeding amounts, and safe preparation.
What are the signs of zinc deficiency in dogs? The Importance of Zinc in Dog Nutrition
Learn how to spot zinc deficiency in dogs, from skin issues to poor immunity. Discover the main causes, breeds at risk, and how diet and supplements can restore healthy zinc levels.
Why an 80:10:10 Raw Dog Food is Not Complete and Balanced
Is the 80:10:10 raw dog food diet really balanced? Discover the risks, missing nutrients, and why it’s unsafe for puppies — plus safer raw feeding alternatives.
Can Dogs be Vegan? Benefits, Risks & What Every Dog Owner Must Know
Thinking of feeding your dog a vegan diet? Learn the pros and cons, heart health risks (including taurine and DCM in Golden Retrievers), what to check on dog food labels, and why regular blood tests are essential.
Why Is My Dog’s Poo Green? Causes, Health Risks & When to See a Vet
Worried because your dog’s poo is green? Learn the causes of green stools in dogs—from diet and grass eating to parasites and health conditions—and when to seek veterinary help.
Worm Counts for Dogs: An Evidence-Based Guide to What They Can (and Can’t) Tell You
Are worm counts enough for dogs? Learn how faecal egg counts work, what they miss, life cycles, shedding, risks, and when to test vs treat—backed by studies.
Can Dogs Have Kefir? Why It Isn’t the Best Probiotic & What to Use Instead
Is kefir a good probiotic for dogs? See what peer-reviewed studies show, why kefir isn’t efficient as a probiotic, and better, evidence-based options.
Can My Dog Eat Honey? Benefits, Risks & a Dog-Friendly Recipe
Wondering if honey is safe for dogs? Discover the benefits and risks of feeding honey to dogs, when to avoid it, and a healthy homemade honey dog treat recipe. Written by The Canine Dietitian.
Campylobacter in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Long-Term Effects
Learn about Campylobacter in dogs—causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention. Protect your dog’s gut health and reduce the risk of human infection.
Can Dogs Eat Strawberries? A Nutritional Guide for Pet Parents
Can dogs eat strawberries? Discover the health benefits, risks, and safe feeding tips for dogs, plus a homemade strawberry dog biscuit recipe from The Canine Dietitian.
The Effectiveness of Turmeric for Joint Issues: Better Alternatives for Joint Health
Is turmeric or golden paste really the best option for your dog’s joints? Discover the truth about curcumin, bioavailability, golden paste myths, and evidence-based alternatives for canine joint health in this 2500+ word guide by The Canine Dietitian.