Food

In a world of commercial pet food industry-specific jargon that is often incomprehensible to the average dog owner, the term “human grade,” which is popping up on more and more pet food labels, would seem to be self-explanatory.  But in reality, while the term is in increasing use on labels and in marketing materials, it

Looking for a special gift for a friend – or, better yet, a friend’s dog? Consider making your own dog biscuits, training treats, or grooming products. You’ll save a bundle, have fun, customize your gifts, and even improve their quality. SWEET POTATO CHEWS If you’ve ever picked up a $20 bag of sweet potato chews

Ever wondered ‘can dogs eat asparagus?’ Here’s what you need to know. Photo: Rasa Petreikiene/Getty Images The green stalks usher in spring, making for an ideal addition to everything from omelets to salads. But can dogs eat asparagus? And, if your dog eats some off the floor, is it cause for concern? “Generally, dogs can

If there is one thing that everyone knows, it’s that you have to start out puppies on puppy food. And then at some point later, maybe when the pup is a year old, you can switch him over to adult food. Right? Well, no. There’s a bit more to it than that.  Let’s get the

Strawberry season will soon be here again. Fresh, sweet and juicy, the berries are perfect plain, in pies, smoothies and homemade ice creams. They’re loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that give your immune system a boost, hydrate your skin, and contribute to good gut health.  But can dogs eat strawberries? Should you be concerned

Whole Dog Journal is known for its in-depth, frank annual reviews of dry and wet dog food – but we rarely review dog treats. This would seem to fly in the face of the fact that we also constantly recommend giving food treats to your dogs for training and classical conditioning. There is probably not

BENEFITS OF FREEZE-DRYING OR DEHYDRATING The methods used to radically lower the moisture content of the foods reviewed here have the following advantages over baking or extruding the foods at high temperatures: *These methods preserve the food (nearly stopping the biological activity that causes a food to decay) with less damage to the ingredients’ natural

Canine obesity has reached epidemic proportions, and it’s clear that one contributing factor has to do with the close relationship we have with our dogs.  Dogs play an important role in the lives of many people. They help reduce their humans’ anxiety and stress, and even motivate their owners to exercise. Of course, they are

We excluded companies that use dried blood in their formulas from our consideration It’s been three years since I last reviewed freeze-dried diets – and even longer since we looked at the few dehydrated or air-dried diets on the market. I think I have been unconsciously avoiding the category – or is it more than

Check out Whole Dog Journal’s 2021 list of approved canned dog food products, with over 500 varieties! Did your dog’s food make the list? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber. Sign in Previous articleHow to Choose Canned Dog Food: What You Should Know Nancy Kerns has edited horse

“What should I feed my dog?” It’s the most common question that I am asked. I wish I had the ability to magically know what combination of ingredients and protein and fat levels are needed to nurture each one of your unique, individual dogs!  Sorry, but nobody but you can answer that question, because only

Enrichment toys for dogs are popular, and for several good reasons. They can be great boredom busters, helping to channel a dog’s energy into an acceptable activity. They can slow a dog’s habit of eating too quickly, thus helping prevent choking. And research suggests that dogs may prefer working in some way to obtain their