Corey Farrugia 
Most adults dog get their food twice a day, while puppies often require more frequent feeding times. There are many things you should consider while deciding feeding schedule for your dog. Correct food portioning might be the most important skill that a dog owner should have. As a vet, I see many loving dog parents … Read more
Here are my top 12 weight loss tips to help your dog lose weight. As a vet, I know first hand that obesity in dogs is becoming a real problem. The Association of Pet Obesity Prevention estimates that 55.8% of American dogs are either overweight or obese. A study in the UK found out that … Read more
Whether you can barely fix a balanced nutritious meal for yourself, or you’re a health-aware kitchen guru, formulating a nutritionally complete dog food is a daunting task. Formulating a balanced dog diet usually takes years of study, a fair amount of research, and being good with a calculator. Luckily, the good guys at the Association … Read more
Yes. Dry dog food can go bad. Eventually. The question is how long does it take to go bad? Don’t worry, it’s not a silly question. As a vet, I get asked this all the time. Of course, wet dog food goes bad much quicker than dry dog food. But dry food will eventually go … Read more
Science cannot yet quantify the exact amount of taurine that should be in a dog food. Avoid certain boutqiue diets or gain-free diets to help prevent taurine deficiency. Taurine levels and taurine defficiency is a complex issue. Beware of false information and advice on the web written by non-experts. My name is Corey and I’m … Read more
Neither wet nor dry food is definitely better. Each type of food has benefits and drawbacks. As a Vet, I get this question a lot from new dog owners. The subject of dog food, in particular, can sometimes be a minefield, starting from the basics: should I give my dog canned food or kibble? If … Read more
Small amounts of cat food are unlikely to cause serious health issues. But make sure your dog doesn’t have regular access to your cat’s feeding bowl as regular, long term consumption can cause health issues in dogs.
Wondering what human food can dogs eat? Here are 70 human foods you can safely feed to your dog. My name is Corey and I’m a licensed vet. One of the most common questions I get ask is “can I feed me dog X?”. So I decided to make this definitive list of human foods … Read more
A small amount of chocolate is unlikely to pose a life threatening risk to larger adult dogs. That being said, chocolate contributes to 25% of all dog poisonings. The exact amount of chocolate it takes to kill a dog depends on the type of chocolate and a dog’s weight. As a vet, I would never … Read more
Wondering what can dogs not eat? Here is a list of 50 common foods found in many households that you should avoid feeding to your dog. I’m Corey and I’m a licensed vet. I know first hand how dogs have a tendency to eat any food they can find, even if it’s not good for … Read more