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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 nutmeg because of its toxic compound. Nutmeg trees belong to the genus Myristica. They bear hard seeds with a reddish hue. After the seeds are dried and ground into powder, they transform into the popular spice used in the culinary world. This spice is known for having a fragrant smell and… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Nutmeg?

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?

It is not advisable to feed oregano to your dog. Oregano is a flowering plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae or mint family. Its leaves are typically dried and used as a spice in Italian, French, Turkish, and Greek dishes. This plant can be grown indoors and its fresh leaves can be used for culinary… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Oregano?

Yes, dogs can eat turmeric. A member of the ginger family, turmeric is a flowering plant that’s used as a culinary spice. Many people consume the rhizomes in fresh or dried forms because it has many medicinal benefits. These include helping fight diseases such as arthritis, cancer, diabetes, and gastrointestinal issues. In addition, it slows… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Turmeric?

No, it is not recommended for dogs to eat black pepper. Typically used as a spice to season dishes, black pepper packs some heat due to a substance called piperine. The spice comes from peppercorn, a plant that bears drupes which contain the pepper seeds. Because of its name, some people mistakenly associate black pepper… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Black Pepper?

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!]

Yes, cats can eat cumin but only in moderation. Cumin is used as a spice in many cuisines throughout the world. Taken from the flowering plant, the seeds are dried then used in whole or crushed forms. The spice contains fat, protein, fiber, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and manganese.  Though spices in general should not… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Cumin?

No, cats cannot eat garlic powder because of its toxic compounds. Garlic powder is a seasoning used to add flavour to food. It comes from fresh garlic cloves that are peeled, sliced, dried, and processed into powder. Garlic in itself should never be given to cats (and even dogs) because of two poisonous compounds: disulfides… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Garlic Powder?

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?

Yes, dogs can eat cilantro in moderation. Also known as coriander, Chinese parsley, and Mexican parsley, cilantro is a herb that belongs to the Apiaceae family. Its dried seeds or fresh leaves are used for culinary purposes, adding a tart-like flavour to dishes.  Cilantro is high in nutrients such as antioxidants, vitamins A and C,… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Cilantro?