With the Fourth of July holiday upon us, my focus turns to preparing my dogs for the day. Although fireworks are illegal in my city, we're still inundated with the noise, but less than others around the country. While dog treats may not provide the calming our dogs...
In recent years, Elk antlers have gained popularity as a natural chew option for dogs. Not only do they provide entertainment and promote dental health, but they also offer various nutritional benefits. However, dog owners need to be aware of both the advantages and...
The summer is ending, and it's time to clean up my vegetable garden. I don't particularly appreciate throwing away food, and all my friends have gardens, too, so I can't give the excess vegetables away. So, I created an easy dog treat recipe that incorporates...
One of the coolest things about being a dog nutrition blogger is learning about new dog treats. But I have four unique dogs, and what works for one dog may not work for another, and I've learned which treats are best for my pack as a whole so that I'm no longer...
I was flipping through a dog treat cookbook and several recipes called for molasses, which I thought wasn't healthy for dogs; however, before passing judgment, I decided to do some research and learned that dogs could eat molasses, but only blackstrap molasses. I also...
Making homemade jerky treats is a great way to ensure your dog gets a delicious treat without additives, preservatives, and fillers in store-bought dog treats. Not to mention, it's a fun project that you can do with your dog by your side! Let's explore some of the...
The rising prices of healthy dog treats have inspired me to begin making dog treats at home, and it's easier than I realized. This no bake recipe is perfect for pet parents who are short on time or not as handy in the kitchen. Treat your dog with healthy, organic dog...
This month, I received my first Real Dog Box Treats/Chews subscription box. I've been a customer for several years, excitedly opening the monthly Chews Only box for my dogs. This is truly one of the best investments I've made in my dogs and I thought it would be fun...
I used to feed our dogs rawhide chews – they’re cheap, easy, and last a long time. I knew of the dangers, but our dogs had never had a problem, so I continued buying them despite the warnings. Until rawhide chews nearly sent us to the emergency vet. Rodrigo’s Near...
Recently, a friend asked me what long-lasting chews I’d recommend. I laughed, then sighed because I completely get it. We live with four dogs, and I’ve become an expert at chews. I have a wide range of chews, from ones that my dogs can devour in under a minute to...
Did you know that rawhide chews are mostly indigestible? Did you know that rawhide chews can be dangerous to our dogs? In this post, I share more than 20 alternatives for pet parents looking to satisfy their dog's chew drive safely. Benefits of Rawhide Chews Our dogs...
It's that time of year again and I'm stunned that the year has flown by so quickly. Thanksgiving Day is right around the corner and last year, I began doing something new – I cook for the dogs, a lot. The web is full of DIY dog treat recipes and I've started...
I've been watching bloggers review subscription box services for years. I've reviewed a few myself. Although these are a great idea, these companies are all the same and many don't stick around. As a blogger, it's fun receiving free stuff – I'm not too good...
I've had my Excalibur food dehydrator for more than a month and I love it. But I suck at making dog treats. In my mind, I thought that I'd toss things into the dehydrator whenever I had fruit or veggies and make fun things for our dogs. I was going to be...
Variety is important in raw feeding, and whenever I discover something new (and affordable) that I can feed to my dogs, I do a quick deep dive to ascertain if the protein is a good fit for my dogs. In this case, I'm looking into beef gullets. I discovered beef gullets...
Kimberly Gauthier (go-tea-ay) and Rodrigo
I'm a passionate writer in the Pacific Northwest who loves all things dogs. I share what I'm learning as I attempt to crack the code to longevity. Keep the Tail Wagging is a blog dedicated to the dog who inspired this journey: Rodrigo Gauthier - March 2010 - September 2023.
