Dog Food

Dog treats are not just delicious snacks you can give to your pooch in between his meals. When given correctly, dog treats can also be used to help modify your dog’s behaviour or as rewards during training sessions. In this Waldo’s Friends article, we share 10 healthy dog treat recipes you can make using human… Continue reading Homemade Dog Training Treats: 10 Healthy Recipes to Try

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Apple is a fruit that dogs can safely consume. Applesauce is made up of apples that have been stewed and puréed. Though it is widely available in the market, not just any kind of applesauce can be fed to your dog. Ones flavoured with sugar… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Applesauce?

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Black beans belong to the list of beans your dog can safely consume. They are great sources of plant-based protein, natural fibers, vitamins C and K, and manganese. Black beans can help burn fat, regulate blood sugar, and strengthen your pet’s immune system. Take note… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Black Beans?

The short answer: It depends. The long answer: Almonds are not recommended for dogs because they can cause physical obstructions in the airway or stomach. However, when blended and creamed into almond butter, it may be occasionally eaten by your dog as a treat just like peanut butter.   There are risks to letting your dog… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Almond Butter?

The short answer: It is not recommended. The long answer: Though not as potent as milk or dark chocolate, white chocolate still contains the component theobromine, which is harmful for dogs. The poison levels vary depending on your dog’s size, how many grams of chocolate he consumes, and what kind of chocolate he eats in… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat White Chocolate?

The short answer: It depends. The long answer: Seaweed is the common name for several species of macroscopic, multicellular, marine algae that are packed with iodine, iron, and potassium. Whether in the form of kelp or nori (dried Japanese seaweed), seaweed is a safe snack for dogs to eat as long as they don’t contain… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Seaweed?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: An aid for stool stiffening, squash is a natural produce that your dog can safely consume. It contains high amounts of beta-carotene (promotes eye health), manganese (boosts bone strength and helps the body process fats and carbohydrates), as well as vitamins A, B6, and C, folate, fiber, riboflavin,… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Squash?

The short answer: No. The long answer: An ingredient commonly used to add flavour to human food, salt is a tasty mineral that should be kept away from curious dogs at all times. The salty condiment can make your dog extremely dehydrated, make him want to pee repeatedly, cause severe stomach inflammation, create electrolyte imbalances,… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Salt?

The short answer: It is not recommended. The long answer: A common cooking condiment, sugar is a sweet-tasting soluble carbohydrate that is composed of glucose and fructose. Though it is safe for humans to eat, it’s not advisable for your canine companion to consume it. Excessive amounts of sugar can lead to health complications such… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Sugar?

The short answer: It is not recommended. The long answer: French fries are potatoes that have been sliced into strips, deep fried, and usually served with heaps of salt and/or tomato sauce. Though your dog can eat ripe, cooked, and unflavoured potatoes, he should not be given French fries because of the canola or vegetable… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat French Fries?

The short answer: No. The long answer: High in protein and fiber, baked beans is a cooked dish that combines white beans with a sweet-tasting sauce. There are many components that make baked beans harmful for your dog. First off, the dish contains high amounts of sugar, salt, and fat, which are all very lethal… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Baked Beans?

The short answer: It is not recommended.  The long answer: Sausages are meat products made from ground meat such as pork, beef, or poultry. To intensify the meat’s flavour, the sausages usually contain salt, garlic, onion, spices, flavourings, grains, and/or breadcrumbs. Most of these ingredients are known to be toxic for dogs, hence it is… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Sausage?