Nutrition
Yes, dogs can eat sweet potatoes and they love the taste. Feed them to your dog in bite-sized chunks and cook well to avoid choking or stomach upset.
Lifestyle
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The London Underground has been hailed as the world’s most dog-friendly subway. But, as a pet parent, there are a few rules and regulations you must follow.
Ensuring your dog is calm around guests is an important part of their long-term training. Thankfully, there’s lots of techniques you can try to achieve this.
As long as your dog is microchipped, has all the necessary vaccinations and a valid animal health certificate they can join you on your car journey to Europe.
Health
Typically, dogs require a vet check up once a year but there are a few simple things you can do at home in-between visits to make sure that they remain healthy.
We have all the information you need to know about travelling safely with your dog in the car, using products recommended by our team of loving pet parents.
Yes, dogs can eat oranges. Due to their high sugar content and acidity, oranges should be fed to dogs in moderation with the peel and seeds removed.
Peas are safe for dogs to eat in moderation and can contribute to a healthy and happ-ea well being, alongside a nutritionally complete diet.
Yes, dogs can eat carrots. When fed in bite-sized chunks and moderate quantities, carrots are the perfect crunchy snack for your pooch, packed full of vitamins.
Yes, dogs can eat broccoli in moderation. It is best served gently cooked, in bite-sized pieces to avoid choking. It should not be cooked in oil or seasoned.
The frequency of how often you should walk your dog depends on a number of different factors, such as breed, age, size, health and overall energy levels.
Yes, dogs can eat celery. It is an ideal low-calorie snack which can help to keep dog's teeth fresh and clean, with lots of fibre to help ease digestion.
Behaviour & Training
In dogs, tail wagging can have different meanings depending on the speed, position and direction. It is one of many ways that dogs communicate their feelings.
Yes, dogs can eat strawberries. As long as they have been thoroughly washed, with the stalk and leaves removed, they make a delicious snack for your pooch.
The amount of water a dog needs per day varies based on their size, it typically ranges somewhere between 35-70 ml per kilogram of body weight.
No, dogs should not eat ice cream. It is unlikely to cause harm in small quantities, but the heavy dairy and sugar content can give dogs an upset stomach.
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There are lots of different dog breeds that are low-shedders. From Shih Tzu's to Poodles, Maltese to Afghan Hounds, there's a pooch for everyone.
Is bread good for dogs? Bread can actually be harmful to dogs if given in large quantities, due to its yeast content and added ingredients.
We do not recommend feeding avocado to dogs. There is a risk of poison, if eaten in large amounts. Contact your vet if your dog shows symptoms of being unwell.
Yes, dogs can eat pineapple and there are lots of benefits, too. It is rich in vitamin c and riboflavin. Remember to limit the quantity and feed in fresh form.
Flowers are a beautiful addition to homes and gardens, but many are poisonous to dogs. Thankfully, there's plenty of safe varieties too, such as sunflowers.
Considering adopting a rescue dog? At Butternut Box, we're here to give you all the info you need to know before you decide to give a pooch their forever home.
There's lot of reasons why dogs might eat grass, from aiding digestion to boredom. Luckily, there are some things you can do to help stop this behaviour.