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Christmas leftovers to share with your dog

Christmas leftovers to share with your dog

During the festive season, it is tempting to share Christmas leftovers with your dog. Holiday food, however, is often greasy, covered in sauce and quite salty, so you should be mindful of the leftovers you give your dog. Salt in particular is not good for our dogs in large quantities and they already get the quantity they need through their diet. Something else that is important to note is that your dog should primarily get its daily calories from balanced and complete dog food. Both to ensure your dog gets the nutrition it needs, but also to prevent excess weight.

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Ugly Christmas Dog Bandana

Ugly Christmas Dog Bandana

The Ugly Christmas Sweater has been a staple during the holidays for many years.  The creative sweaters often include festive patterns, bells, tassels and tinsel. The trend has become so popular it even has its own official day on December 21st. Include fido this 21st by making them a homemade ugly Christmas bandana!

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Homemade Christmas dog biscuits

Homemade Christmas dog biscuits

Make your dog something special this festive season by baking homemade Christmas dog biscuits. Your dog is sure to love you and your treats! The ingredients we have chosen are both packed with festive flavour as well as health benefits:  

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8 signs your dog is healthy

8 signs your dog is healthy

Good health is a cornerstone of a long and happy life. But how do we know if our dogs are healthy? Since they cannot tell us how they feel, we have to look at the physical signs to determine if they are healthy and happy. Below, you will find 8 important signs of health in your dog. Create a routine where you monitor these signs so you quickly discover any changes in your dog.

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Homemade festive decorations with your dog

Homemade festive decorations with your dog

Come December, your calendar quickly fills up with different social events and activities. No wonder it is called silly season! Include your furry baby in some creative fun while making a lovely memory as well. In the following tutorial, we will show you how to make a special paw-print ornament out of salt dough. You most likely have all the ingredients in your pantry already.

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Elimination diet for dogs with food allergy

Elimination diet for dogs with food allergy

A veterinarian may use an elimination diet for dogs who struggle with symptoms of food allergies. The elimination diet may give you an overview of which food your dog is allergic to. Be aware that your dog may react to several ingredients.

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Overweight and obese dogs

Overweight and obese dogs

Obesity is first and foremost a lifestyle disease, and the most common preventable disease in dogs. The sad truth is that just a body weight that is 10% above your dog's ideal weight decreases its lifespan by one-third and predisposes him/her to serious health problems.

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Socialisation: the essential guide to a confident puppy

Socialisation: the essential guide to a confident puppy

The journey of raising a puppy is filled with the joy of companionship and growth. An essenitial aspect of this journey is socialisation. Socialising a puppy is crucial for their development into a well-adjusted, confident and trusting adult dog. This comprehensive guide aims to cover the importance of socialisation, what to socialise to, things to watch out for and frequently asked questions (FAQs).

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Do dogs contribute to climate change?

Do dogs contribute to climate change?

In short, yes they do. The broader debate about our global food system and climate change is now including our companion animals. More research is done to understand the scope of food production and the impact it has on our climate – and our furry friends are now being included in the numbers.

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