Hazards to Avoid While Baking Homemade Dog Treats
Not all treats labeled 'all-natural' are worth trusting. Homemade treats can be a healthier option, as long as you know which ingredients to use and how to keep your dog safe.
Reviewed by Dr. Becker
Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
Carrots: You Probably Already Have This Pet Treat at Home
This beta-carotene-rich food can help boost your pet’s eyesight and immune health. If you have a teething puppy, giving them a raw frozen piece (with supervision, of course) can help ease their teething pain.
Dogs Mimic Their Owners' Facial Expressions
Dogs are closely in tune with the emotions of dogs around them, mimicking behaviors like play bows and open-mouthed grins. It turns out this mimicry likely extends to humans, too, according to research that adds credence to the notion that dogs are capable of showing empathy.
A Dog's Clue to a Vexing Health Mystery
Cats are affected too, though in a different way. This 26-year study uncovered a troubling decline in dog fertility, pointing to hormone-disrupting chemicals that have become a common part of everyday life.
Fish Don't Live in a Zombie State So Don't Treat Them Like They Do
They're not just a showpiece. They have the capacity to suffer, be angry, and form long-term memories. And because of that, if you're the proud owner of one or more, you should make sure to provide these 10 things for a healthy, stimulating environment for them.
Bell Pepper: Red, Yellow, or Green? One May Give Your Pet More Benefits
Technically a fruit, this crunchy treat comes in different colors and is rich in flavonoids, vitamin C, and other antioxidants. Have you tried adding it to your pet's meals? Here's how to share it with them safely.
Is It a True Rescue Shelter or an Imposter? How Can You Tell the Difference?
According to ASPCA, there are an estimated 900 to 2,000 imposters. And while imposters often pose as true nonprofits, here are the seven telltale signs that differentiate them from the real deal. Plus, what you should know before you adopt one of these pets.
Avoid This 'Patented Food System' if You Love Your Pet, It's a Trap
Watch out for this trap. It parts you from your hard-earned cash while failing to solve the problem it promises to resolve. In turn, it can shave years off your beloved pet's life and completely destroy their quality of life.
A Well-Hidden Secret, This Loving Breed Dates Back to 1578
Originally from France, this breed flew under the radar for nearly 200 years. Now officially recognized, they’re prized for being smart, loyal, friendly, affectionate, low-shedding, and easy to train.
