Dog Food Nutrition

When a dog is malnourished, every bone you see is a silent story — of hunger, illness, or neglect.Helping them recover is more than feeding them; it’s about rebuilding health slowly and safely. As someone who’s been through this journey with rescues and with Toby during his own health struggles, I know the path to […]

Sometimes, the first sign that something’s off with your dog is subtle — a looser collar, a little less bounce in their step, or food left in the bowl.For me, it was Toby’s ribs becoming just a bit too visible. I thought it might be a growth phase or picky eating, but my vet explained

When Toby lost weight after a bout of illness, I felt a knot in my stomach every time I saw his ribs.He was still my bright-eyed boy, but I knew something was wrong.I wanted to give him every chance to get back to a healthy weight — but I also wanted to do it safely,

When Toby went through a rough patch—losing weight after an illness—my heart sank every time I ran my hands over his bony frame.I wanted him to feel strong again, but I also knew rushing weight gain could do more harm than good. If your dog is underweight, whether from illness, stress, or simply being a

When Toby first came into my life, I thought “feeding him well” meant buying the fanciest bag of kibble I could find. But after a few vet visits, late-night Googling, and my own trial and error, I realized… It’s not about picking one “best” nutrient. It’s about balance. Protein builds his body.Fat fuels his energy

When Toby first came into my life, I didn’t think much about carbs. I’d scoop his kibble, pour it in the bowl, and watch him eat. But one day, a friend casually mentioned, “You know most of that bag might just be carbs, right?” That comment stuck. Were these carbs helping Toby—or just taking up

When Toby was younger, full of zoomies and curiosity, I remember a friend suggesting a “high-protein diet” to keep up with his energy. I nodded like I knew what she meant… but honestly? I had no clue what that actually looked like—or whether it was even safe long term. If you’ve been wondering whether feeding

I used to think I had to buy expensive “premium” dog food to give Toby what he needed. But you know what changed everything? A single drizzle of fish oil over his food. That one small, nourishing step started Toby’s journey from itchy, sluggish, and uninterested—to healthy, shiny-coated, and full of joy. Adding healthy fats

By DogFoodRecipes.net — Last updated August 5 2025 Quick answer: Yes—plain, fully‑cooked scrambled eggs are a safe, nutritious treat for most healthy adult dogs. Stick to the 10 percent‑of‑daily‑calories rule, skip butter and salt, and always ask your veterinarian before you make big menu changes. Meet Toby (and Why I Wrote This) My beagle mix, Toby, once woke

The first time I cracked an egg into Toby’s bowl, I paused — not over the egg itself, but over the shell. I had read somewhere that it was good for dogs. Natural calcium. Crunchy and “raw.” But I wasn’t sure. So, like many of us, I Googled it. And what I found? A mix