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Why is chocolate toxic for dogs?

During Advent there is chocolate everywhere, and dogs find it. Here you’ll learn why chocolate is toxic for dogs, which types are especially dangerous and what to do if your dog has eaten some.
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Vitamin B for dogs: which B vitamins matter and why

Vitamin B is not a single vitamin but a group of eight. Find out what your dog needs them for, when they can run short and why meeting needs is better than high doses.
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My dog eats feces » Guide » Causes and tips

The phenomenon of dogs eating feces, known as coprophagia, is often a cause of concern for dog owners and can have many causes. This guide looks at the possible reasons for this behavior and offers recommendations for treatment. 1. Imbalance of the intestinal flora An imbalance in the intestinal flora can cause dogs to eat […]
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Harmful additives in dog food: What you need to know

Choosing the right food for dogs is crucial for their health and well-being. Unfortunately, many commercial dog food products contain harmful additives that often do not have to be declared. In this article, you will learn what these additives can be, why they are problematic and why they do not always have to be declared. […]
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8 Fruits and Vegetables for a Healthy Dog's Life

A healthy life for our four-legged friends means not only regular exercise and love but also a balanced diet. Alongside high-quality meat and important nutrients, various types of fruit and vegetables also play an important role in a dog's diet.
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Bake Your Own Dog Biscuits – 3 Recipes

Birthdays and holidays are a time of togetherness and enjoyment. While we delight in festive treats, our four-legged friends shouldn't miss out either. Here you'll find three grain-free and sugar-free recipes for fresh dog biscuits.
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Why Dogs Are Gulpers: The Story Behind This Behaviour

Dogs have been our loyal companions for thousands of years and have undergone a long history of evolution. Yet while many aspects of their behaviour have changed, one thing remains constant: their reputation as gulpers. We take a look at the background to this behaviour.
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Weight-loss tips for your dog

From an owner's point of view, a dog's weight is often a very individual matter. Sometimes, and with certain breeds, it is also hard to tell whether a dog still has a normal weight. But by the time of the rib test at the latest, action must be taken.
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Which nutrients does a dog need?

Important nutrients for canine health and optimal vitality in everyday life. For its long-term fitness, every dog needs certain building blocks that it must take in regularly and in sufficient quantities through its food...
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Overweight in Dogs Poses Health Risks

Vets are sounding the alarm as more and more dogs suffer from severe obesity and are therefore exposed to a serious health risk. The problem responsible for dogs being overweight is a factor that usually lies with the owner and by no means with the animals themselves...
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Oh, you chubby dog! Overweight in dogs

Oh, you chubby dog: more and more dogs are overweight. Even if a “little chubby one” sometimes looks cute, the excess weight is nevertheless often a serious health problem for the affected dog. That is why the motto is: recognise the causes, resolve the problems and make sure that the dog gets the healthy and active life it deserves...
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Are snacks and treats healthy for the dog too?

Small rewards are, for the dog, an important form of tasty attention. However, they are apparently even more important for the people who keep the dog. There are situations in which you want to achieve something particular with the animal, and this often works very well through praise in the form of food...
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A Great Many Pounds

The diagnosis of being overweight applies not only to many people, but increasingly to pets and above all to dogs. Every second four-legged friend is considered too fat these days. Find out here how you can lovingly reduce your dog's weight.
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Grass eating – is the dog allowed to do that?

The dog is eating grass? One might suspect that the dog has a vitamin or mineral deficiency. But is that really true? In most cases this behaviour is completely harmless.
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Where are the socks? – The things dogs eat

Some dogs are poor eaters that have to be coaxed into every bite. And then there are the dogs that eat everything that comes under their nose with a 100 per cent hit rate. You can read here what you should carefully watch out for.
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Carbohydrates – how good are they for the dog?

Ready-made feeds in particular contain a large proportion of carbohydrates. How good are they for the dog at all? We look at the question from a holistic point of view.
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Are snacks and treats healthy for the dog too?

Small rewards are, for the dog, an important form of tasty attention. However, they are apparently even more important for the people who keep the dog. There are situations in which you want to achieve something particular with the animal, and this often works very well through praise in the form of food...
Read more
Oh, you chubby dog! Overweight in dogs

Oh, you chubby dog: more and more dogs are overweight. Even if a “little chubby one” sometimes looks cute, the excess weight is nevertheless often a serious health problem for the affected dog. That is why the motto is: recognise the causes, resolve the problems and make sure that the dog gets the healthy and active life it deserves...
Read more
Overweight in Dogs Poses Health Risks

Vets are sounding the alarm as more and more dogs suffer from severe obesity and are therefore exposed to a serious health risk. The problem responsible for dogs being overweight is a factor that usually lies with the owner and by no means with the animals themselves...
Read more
Which nutrients does a dog need?

Important nutrients for canine health and optimal vitality in everyday life. For its long-term fitness, every dog needs certain building blocks that it must take in regularly and in sufficient quantities through its food...
Read more