Category Archives: Dog Health

Can dogs eat lemons?  Is this fruit good for a dog?  There are many different types of foods available to us in the modern world.  These foods are also available to our dogs as well.  That doesn’t always mean we should be giving them everything that we can have however.  Dogs do not have the […]

Can Dogs Eat Pineapple?  What about regular apples?  Are there specific foods dogs should stay away from?  Questions like these are common for new and seasoned dog owners alike.  The answers to whether dogs can eat pineapple and other foods may surprise you as well. Hi my name is Mike and I’ve been working with […]

Can dogs have sleep apnea?  Do dogs have sleeping disorders like the humans they live with?  How do you treat a dog with a sleep disorder?  Is there a doggy cpap machine?  Questions like these and others have come to me from many clients I’ve worked with over the years.  All of these questions are […]

Can dogs eat asparagus?  What kind of foods can my dog eat?  Have you ever asked yourself what foods are and aren’t safe for your dog?  I know I have.  The list of good and bad foods goes on and on.  There are plenty that are in more of a grey area as well. Hi […]

How much do dogs sleep per day?  A question that has been asked many times to vets and trainers across the world.  The answer can vary greatly depending on several factors.  What kind of dog do you have?  How old is it?  Is your dog healthy?  What kind of activity level does your pup have?  […]

When do dogs stop growing?  This is one of the most common questions asked when looking to pickup a new pet for the family.  Having a dog that begins small and out grows your living situation is a problem new pet owners are forced to deal with more often then not.  It can be equally […]

Can dogs have marshmallows?  Is it ok to give dogs sugary candy?  What kinds of sweet treats can I feed my dog?  Why are marshmallows bad for dogs?  These are all good questions. I used to ask myself some of these questions when I was younger.  Over the past decade I’ve been able to answer […]

Can dogs eat spicy food?  Is it ok to give your dog a few hot peppers or will it really mess them up?  This is a very important question.  Knowing the proper foods to feed your dog is key to them living a happy and healthy life.  Spicy foods can definitely be a trigger for […]

Can dogs eat lettuce?  Have you ever asked yourself this question before giving your dog a piece of fresh, crispy lettuce?  I did once and it’s a question I get a lot now from other clients I work with.  Lettuce may be a nice treat for us when mixed into a healthy salad.  Is it […]

How long does it take for a dog to digest food?  Believe it or not, this is a common question among new and seasoned dog owners alike.  The answers may actually surprise you as well.  There are actually quite a few factors to take into consideration when estimating an animals rate of digestion.  It’s not […]