Food & Nutrition

Salmonella in Dog Food: The Bowl-Side Risk Most Owners Never Think About

Overhead view of a dog food bowl filled with kibble on a wooden floor, with a dog's paws nearby

The short answer: Yes — Salmonella can contaminate dog food, especially raw diets. Dogs may vomit or get diarrhea, or show no signs while shedding bacteria in their stool. Treat dog food like raw meat: wash your hands and bowls, keep it away from human food, and check FDA recalls. Call your vet if your

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How Much Should I Feed My Dog? A Simple Daily Portion Guide

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Most adult dogs need roughly 350 to 1,960 calories per day depending on weight — about 1 to 5½ cups of a typical dry food. Puppies need more per pound, seniors often need less. The surest approach: start with a weight-based estimate, then adjust every 2–3 weeks based on your dog’s body condition. The quick

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The Ultimate Puppy Feeding & Wellness Guide: A Step-by-Step Roadmap for Beginners

A husky puppy being offered a bowl of food by its owner indoors

Quick answer: Feed a food whose label carries an AAFCO statement for “growth” or “all life stages”. Most puppies eat four meals a day until around four months, three until about six months, then two. Judge the portion by your puppy’s body condition, not by the number on the bag. Keep treats under 10% of

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