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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.
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.
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.
Can Dogs Eat Sausages?A Nutritional Breakdown, Treat Guidance, and a Homemade Sausage Recipe for Dogs
Wondering if dogs can eat sausages? Discover the health risks of processed meats, how to use sausage as a treat responsibly, and learn how to make a healthy dog-friendly sausage at home. Expert advice from a canine nutritionist.