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Nutrition is a vital aspect of dog parenting. When fed the right balance of food, your pooch will be able to perform daily activities, build and repair cells, fight diseases, and so much more. Aside from giving your pet specially formulated meals for his particular life stage or health condition, you can occasionally give him… Continue reading Which herbs and spices can your dog eat? [Over 20 options checked!]

No, dogs cannot eat chives because of its toxic principles. Chives are flowering plants that bear edible flowers and leaves. They are part of the Allium family, which includes onions and garlic. They’re known for being rich in fiber, antioxidants, potassium, calcium, folate, and vitamins K and A. Humans can eat the plant to help… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Chives?

It depends on the type of parsley. Also known as Italian parsley, Hamburg parsley, turnip-rooted parsley, or garden parsley, parsley is a flowering plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, but is widely used in many dishes across the world. Curly leaf parsley, flat leaf parsley, and root… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Parsley?

Yes, dogs can eat limited quantities of thyme. Similar to oregano, thyme is a garden herb that belongs to the mint family. It is used for culinary, medicinal, and even ornamental purposes. The aromatic dried plant has an earthy and minty taste that adds flavour to countless dishes served in the Mediterranean region.  ASPCA reports… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Thyme?

Yes, dogs can eat fennel. Fennel is a flowering plant species belonging to the carrot family. It is an herb that adds flavour to countless Mediterranean dishes. Depending on the dish being prepared, its fruits, leaves, and seeds can turn into garnish, flavouring, or vegetable. Aside from food and drinks (the most popular being absinthe),… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Fennel?

Yes, dogs can eat dill in limited quantities. The dill is an herb that belongs to the celery family, Apiaceae. Available in fresh or dried forms, the plant’s seeds and leaves are utilized not just as an herb, but also as a flavouring spice in countless dishes. In addition, oil can be extracted from various… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Dill?

No, dogs cannot eat lemongrass because of its toxic principles. A plant that belongs to the Poaceae family, lemongrass is popular for its culinary, medicinal, and aromatherapeutic uses. Also called oil grass, this fragrant herb is safe for humans. However, it is harmful for dogs, cats, and even horses. The ASPCA shares that it contains… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Lemongrass?

Yes and no.  Also spelled as liquorice, licorice is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Fabaceae. The sweet-tasting root is cultivated to enhance the flavour of tobacco, alcohol, and confections. In addition, some cultures use it as a medicinal herb. Humans use licorice extract to treat indigestion, acid reflux, and bacterial infections. However,… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Licorice?

Feeding your cat “complete and balanced” food is vital for her well-being. Aside from delivering essential nutrients throughout her body, the right food makes her organs function properly and helps her grow into a happy, healthy kitty. Different life stages require varying nutritional content, so what you serve your pregnant cat won’t necessarily be sufficient… Continue reading Which herbs and spices can your cat eat? [Over 20 options reviewed!]

No, cats cannot eat lavender. Lavender is a fragrant, purple-coloured flowering plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is cultivated for ornamental, therapeutic, cosmetic, and culinary purposes. In the culinary world, it is used as a condiment in pastas, dressings, teas, cupcakes, flans, and more.  ASPCA lists the Lavandula angustifolia as toxic to cats,… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Lavender?

Yes and no. Licorice or liquorice is a flowering plant from the Fabaceae bean family. Its root is typically used to extract a sweet, aromatic flavouring used for confections, tobacco, and even cough syrups and lozenges. PetMD states that licorice root can improve your cat’s overall health. It can treat digestive issues, ease respiratory conditions,… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Licorice?

Yes, cats can eat coriander in limited amounts. Coriander is a herb that falls under the Apiaceae family. It goes by many names such as cilantro, Chinese parsley, and dhania. The plant’s fresh leaves or dried seeds are usually used to add flavour to dishes, giving off a tart or lemon-like taste. On ASPCA’s list,… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Coriander?