Dogs

There’s a huge number of dog foods out there, and it can be difficult to know which ones are good for your dog and which ones aren’t. While there are a number of brands you likely do know are not good for your pup, there are some others that may surprise you! A number of brands marketed as “healthier” may be anything but, and pet parents are often mislead into thinking they are feeding their dog a quality food, when in reality it’s just more crappy food hyped up by marketing teams.

In today’s article we’re going to do something a little different. We’re going to actually cover some of the worst foods for your dog, and tell you what makes them so bad. Then we’ll offer you some much better alternatives which you can give to your pooch instead. If you’re currently feeding one of these brands to your dog, then the benefits of a new and higher quality food will likely make themselves apparent quickly. Your dog’s coat and skin will look better, if they have previously had an digestion issues they will likely go away, and you may even find he’s more energetic as well.

Being a pet parent means taking care of someone that can’t always vocalize exactly what their needs are. That means that you need to be mindful of your dog’s limitations. Puppers get hot just like people, and during the summer time there’s a serious possibility of your dog overheating. Here’s some handy tips and ways to keep pets cool and in good health during the summer and year round!

Dog food manufacturers are not held to the same standards as those who make human food. Unfortunately, that means you could be feeding your dog some pretty bad stuff without knowing it. A lot of packaging can be misleading, and it could take a little detective work to find out which brand actually has the healthiest puppy treats.

The good news is that we’ve done that work for you, and in a minute we’ll give you some recommendations for healthy treats your puppy will be head over heels for. First though, let’s discuss what exactly makes a dog treat “healthy” and some potential red flags to be cautious of when you begin doing your shopping.