Why I Started Making Homemade Dog Food for My Allergy-Prone Pup I still remember the first time I realized something wasn’t right. My little Yorkie, Max, kept scratching until his ears turned red and raw. The vet said “allergies,” handed me a generic kibble recommendation—and sent us home. But the itching didn’t stop. If you’ve […]
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Let’s be honest—if you’ve ever watched your Golden scratch, chew, or lick themselves into misery, you know how helpless it feels. One minute they’re all zoomies and tail wags, the next they’re red, itchy, and clearly uncomfortable. Food allergies are surprisingly common in Golden Retrievers. And when they hit? They don’t always show up in
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Why I Turned to Eggs for My Dog’s Health I still remember the day Toby nudged his food bowl like he was asking, “Is this it?” We’d gone through the motions — premium kibble, hypoallergenic formulas, even the ones with “ancestral grains” and smiling golden retrievers on the label. But nothing worked. He stopped wagging
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If you’re anything like me, you’ve stood in the dog food aisle wondering what’s really in those bags. That’s what pushed me into the kitchen—chopping, stirring, and testing until I landed on recipes I’d feel good feeding my own pup. This one’s become a favorite in our home. It’s simple, budget-friendly, and packed with ingredients
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Homemade dog food can be one of the best ways to give your pup fresh, wholesome meals — but only if it’s done right. Many loving dog parents make mistakes that can lead to nutritional gaps or even health issues over time. 📎 Related: Supplements for Homemade Dog Diets: What’s Missing? Let’s go through the
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Homemade dog food can be fresh, wholesome, and tailored to your dog’s needs — but even the best recipes often fall short on certain nutrients. That’s where supplements come in. Adding the right ones ensures your dog’s diet is truly complete. 📎 Related: How to Balance Homemade Dog Meals (No Vet Degree Needed) Why Supplements
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Feeding your dog homemade meals can be one of the most loving choices you make — but without proper balance, even the freshest ingredients can fall short nutritionally. The good news? You don’t need to be a vet or nutritionist to get it right. You just need the right framework. 📎 Related: Raw vs Cooked
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When your dog is underweight, the goal isn’t just to add pounds — it’s to build healthy weight through nutrient-rich foods that support muscle, energy, and overall well-being. The wrong approach (too many empty calories, too much fat at once) can do more harm than good. That’s why we’ve put together a vet-approved guide to
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For many dog parents, the idea of cooking for their furry best friend comes from a place of love. You imagine fresh, wholesome meals — no mystery ingredients, no fillers, no by-products. But when it comes to homemade dog food nutrition, is it really better than commercial kibble? The answer isn’t a simple yes or
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When it comes to homemade dog food, one of the biggest debates is whether it’s better to serve it raw or cooked. Dog parents are passionate about both sides — and for good reason. Each approach has its own nutritional benefits and potential risks. If you’re trying to decide which is best for your furry
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