Many dog owners have the impression that their pet is constantly hungry. The dog follows us to the kitchen, stares at us during meals, sometimes even gently demands food. In such situations, it is easy to think: “My dog definitely needs more food” and give in to his requests. Very often we share our meals. […]
Proper nutrition of a dog is not only the right food, but also the right number of meals during the day. The frequency of feeding should be adapted to the dog’s age, size, activity and health. A puppy should be fed differently than an adult dog. Check how often to feed your dog to ensure […]
In recent years, the term superfoods has taken over both human and animal diets – on the packaging of premium dog and cat food, we see goji berries, spirulina, pumpkin or chia seeds. But do these additives really affect the health of our pets, or is it primarily a marketing gimmick? As an expert in […]
Feeding a dog is often treated as a simple activity: pour the food into a bowl and you’re done. Meanwhile , what goes into the dog’s bowl affects much more than just the feeling of satiety. The effect of diet on the dog’s body The diet has an effect, m.in, on: Appearance and well-being of […]
Other products from our kitchen – including those forbidden for dogs It often happens that a dog “gets a little bit” of what we eat – out of good will, out of habit or because someone recommended a given ingredient as healthy. Unfortunately, not everything that is safe for humans is safe for a dog. […]
Digestive health is one of the hottest topics in dog and cat nutrition today. Owners are increasingly asking how to improve their pet’s digestion, minimize intestinal problems, and support immunity through diet, and research confirms that the gut microbiome plays a key role in this. What is the gut microbiome? The gut microbiome is a […]
More and more dog owners are coming to veterinarians with the problem of food allergy. This phenomenon is becoming more and more frequent, and its symptoms can be very bothersome for both the pet and its owner. Therefore, it is worth understanding well what a food allergy is, how it differs from intolerance and how […]
Mono-protein food for a dog / cat – what is it and when is it really? When reading tips for dogs or cats or browsing online stores, we often see descriptions of food saying that it is “mono-protein” or “hypoallergenic”. Many owners wonder what these terms really mean, whether they are regulated by law and […]
Dog fecal examination – why, when and how to perform it? Stool testing is one of the basic diagnostic tools in the prevention of a dog’s health. Although it may seem unpleasant, it provides valuable information about the presence of intestinal parasites such as roundworms, tapeworms, coccidia or Giardia (giardia). We can also detect the […]
Dogs do not have an absolute need for carbohydrates Dogs do not have an absolute need for carbohydrates in their diet. However, their consumption can have a positive effect on the digestive system and the functioning of the entire body. Additionally, carbohydrates are often present in commercial foods and cooked diets as a convenient, easily […]
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