Food

Welcoming a Puppy Into Your Home

There are many things to think about when you look at bringing a new puppy into your family. From how to pick out the right puppy for you to what you will need to prepare for your puppy's arrival, there is so much to plan for! The planning doesn’t stop after your newest family member comes home either. The life of a new puppy owner is almost as hectic as the life of a new parent; however, fortunately for a new puppy owner, the baby phase is much shorter and much less expensive than having a human child...  read more »

This question for our Pet Doc comes from the concerned owner of Missy, an 11 year old Staffy.

My Dog is Vomiting and has Diarrhea - What Should I Do?

Last night Missy threw up her dinner and had runny poo (diarrhea). My daughter fed her her normal dinner of rice, noddles, and vegetables, but added her own (my daughter's) left over porridge,which had brown and white sugar and milk in it....  read more »

This question for our Pet Doc comes from Nancy, who is concerned that turkey may be harming her Chihuahua Taco.

Is Turkey Bad for My Dog?

It took a while, unfortunately, but every time I gave my Chihuahua a piece of deli turkey or a piece of turkey hot dogs he became sick the following day (blotted stomach, lethargic, won't eat/drink). But he usually feels better the next day.

I am not sure if it was a coincidence but he is OFF all turkey. Anyone know why Taco my dog would get sick from "turkey"?...  read more »

Looking for a Good Cake for Your Dog?

Pets have crossed the line from the animal world into the human world. It is not uncommon for people to refer to their pets as their “children”. We see evidence of this in the market of pet-related products from fashionable clothing and high-end accessories to pet insurance and pet cemeteries. It is no wonder that people also want to include their pets in family celebrations complete with party favors and cakes...  read more »

This question for our Pet Doc comes from Emily in San Diego.

My Dog Throws Up Food?

• My pet is a: dog
• My pet's name is: Toots
• Breed: Imperial Shih Tzu
• Age of pet: 15

What is the Problem?

My dog appeared to overload with too much dog food (not people food). And then tossed it all. All of it. And now she's looking to eat. This is the first time she's really ever thrown up...  read more »

Why Does My Dog Eat Wood?

Dogs chew on wood because they like chewing on things. That's why you see dogs constantly playing with chew toys, and why chew bones and treats are so popular with dogs. The problem with wood is that it's not the best thing for your dog. While it's fairly common for a dog to chew on wood, especially if you use sticks or small logs to throw to them when you're playing fetch, your dog will thank you if you help them lay off the wood...  read more »

What foods should you never feed your dog?

There are certain foods that you should not feed your dog under any occasion. While individual cases will vary based on breed, weight, and other factors - in general this list of foods applies to all dogs...  read more »