Dog food safety

Can Dogs Eat Beetroot? The Breeds That Should Skip It

Plain cooked beets are fine for most dogs, pink pee included. But some breeds face 20 times the risk of bladder stones,…

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Pumpkin seeds aren't toxic to dogs, but shells, fat and seasoning can cause trouble. Safe serving sizes by dog size, and the…

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Onion damages a dog's red blood cells, cooked or raw, and symptoms can take days. How much is dangerous, the hidden foods…

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A little fresh or dried peppermint is generally fine. Peppermint oil, pennyroyal mint and xylitol-sweetened mint products are the real dangers.

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Yes, plain, cooked artichoke hearts in small pieces are a healthy occasional treat. Skip canned and marinated ones, and remove leaves and…

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Cucumbers are fine; pickles are not a good idea. Salt, garlic, onion, spice and sugar make pickles risky. Plain cucumber is the…

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Plain, low-fat cottage cheese can be a protein-rich treat for many dogs, but dairy doesn't suit all of them. How to try…

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Peas are nutritious and low in calories, but dogs with kidney issues should be careful, and legume-heavy diets have been linked to…

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Empty sugar, possible xylitol, choking and blockage risk. Seven reasons to keep marshmallows away from dogs, and better treats to offer instead.

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Asparagus isn't toxic and has useful nutrients, but raw stalks are a choking risk and it can upset some stomachs. How to…

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