Takis are a very popular Mexican-style snack that makes your mouth tingle with spice and heat. They are certainly delicious, but can dogs eat Takis too? After all, they’re just… Read More
By Becky Mathews 58 mins ago
Becky Mathews
I’ve been a professional writer since 2014 with special interests in the environment, particularly endangered animal and plant species. I graduated from the University of Reading, UK with an MA in history and hold University of Oxford qualifications in archaeology. Outside of work, I rehabilitate wildlife, work in my allotment garden, and play the piano badly.
Waffles are delicious at any time of day, who can resist a hot and tasty breakfast waffle? Not dogs that’s for sure! As soon as the dough hits the waffle… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 days ago
Let’s take a closer look at the not-so-simple question can dogs eat salad? Humans have eaten salads for thousands of years. Because dogs have evolved alongside us for at least… Read More
By Becky Mathews 6 days ago
Bean sprouts are a staple in stir fries and a crunchy, healthy topping for salads. Humans enjoy eating them and whatever humans are eating, dogs want to eat too, but… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 week ago
Can dogs eat flour? Humans have eaten flour for thousands of years and dogs have lived with us during that time, so it seems likely they can eat this basic… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 week ago
Cranberry juice is a refreshing drink that’s popular across the world. It’s rumored to help UTIs and has plenty of vitamin C packed into each glass. It’s great for us,… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 week ago
Liver. You either love it or hate it! Chances are your dog will beg and drool if you fry up liver with onions and kidneys but can dogs eat liver… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 weeks ago
Humans domesticated dogs over 11,000 years ago and they’ve evolved alongside us from their carnivorous wolf ancestors into omnivorous domestic dogs. This means they can eat lots of different food,… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 weeks ago
When your dog’s expecting pups it’s an exciting time, there’s little in this world cuter than a box full of puppies, but alongside the excitement there’s worry too, because not… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 weeks ago
Dogs are omnivores that can eat a wide range of fruit and vegetables as well as meat. It’s tempting to share your food, but it’s got to be safe. Here… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 weeks ago
Beer is an age-old drink beloved by many. It used to be a staple part of the human diet, and because dogs have evolved alongside us for 11,000 years, surely… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 weeks ago
Pizza is a popular food and one whiff is enough to bring the kids downstairs for dinner without complaint. They aren’t the only ones that love that rich cheesy scent,… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 weeks ago
Whipped cream puppaccinos are a big trend right now. If you’re wondering what they are and whether they are safe, you’re in the right place! A puppaccino is a small… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 weeks ago
Have you ever eaten grits whilst your dog attempts to perform telekinesis on the bowl? You can't blame them, the smell of tasty grits with cheese or shrimp is undeniably… Read More
By Becky Mathews 3 weeks ago
The image of hot, buttery corn-on-the-cob conjures up images of lazy day barbecues and good times. It's a delicious treat for sure, but happens to those waste corn cobs? It's… Read More
By Becky Mathews 3 weeks ago
Dog owners know that the mere whiff of fish sets a dog off whimpering and begging! The stinkier the better according to Rover and for those readers whose dog has… Read More
By Becky Mathews 3 weeks ago
Soy and almond milks are great alternatives to animal milk and they’ve both enjoyed a popularity boost in recent years due to the rise in plant-based diets. We can safely… Read More
By Becky Mathews 3 weeks ago
Almond butter is tasty on toast, baked potatoes, and a whole array of meats and veggies plus it’s a great alternative to dairy for vegans and lactose-intolerant folk. Almond butter… Read More
By Becky Mathews 3 weeks ago
If your dog has ever tried to levitate a jar of applesauce off the table with his eyes you might have wondered if it’s safe. Can dogs eat applesauce? Apples… Read More
By Becky Mathews 3 weeks ago
Brown rice is a healthy food staple for humans and one of the most popular food groups worldwide. Humans consumed 509 million tons of rice in 2020-2021! It’s a popular part of… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
Veganism has grown in popularity over the past decade. There was so much interest in plant-based diets that The Economist dubbed 2019 the Year of the Vegan. People choose veganism… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
Humans have eaten lentils for at least 11,000 years and during that time dogs have lived alongside us, so that begs the question are lentils safe for dogs to eat?… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
Bell peppers are a healthy snack for humans that are available in an appealing rainbow of colors. You may have been wondering if your dog can eat them too? Good… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
If your dog has ever looked at you longingly while you enjoy your gelatin dessert, you may have wondered can dogs eat Jell-O? Is it safe or dangerous? Good question.… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
Dianthuses are pretty flowers that bloom in during warmer months. They are called pinks, but this is a misleading name. The dianthus genus encompasses 340 plant species and not all… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
Artichokes are delicious plants that are packed full of fiber and nutrients. You may have tasted them in pasta dishes and dips. However, there is some confusion over artichokes and… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
Dogs can eat a lot of what we might describe as human food, but there are a few plants they need to avoid because some can cause temporary gastric upsets… Read More
By Becky Mathews 4 weeks ago
Cottage cheese is an everyday food that's tasty and low in calories, but can dogs eat cottage cheese too? They certainly like the smell of it! Let’s take a closer… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Edamame is a tasty soybean that’s full of health benefits for us, but can dogs eat edamame, is it safe for dogs too? Because edamame’s had a lot of recent… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Have you ever wondered if dogs can eat hummus safely? What if it’s flavored? It’s a sensible question because hummus is tasty and there are low-fat versions. If your dog… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Leafy green vegetables like collards are packed with vitamins and minerals. They are great for your health and tasty too, but are you wondering what the difference is between cabbage… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Citronella Grass and Lemongrass are very similar plants, so it’s no wonder people get them mixed up. They may smell the same and look almost identical, but there are some… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Bur oak and white oak are two very handsome trees that are similar in appearance and help feed a variety of wild animals. Both are native to North America, but… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Philodendrons are lovely leafy houseplants that oxygenate your living areas and bring that necessary touch of the great outdoors to soothe your nerves. There are many species of “philos” as… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Euphorbia vs. cactus can look very similar in the garden and it’s difficult to tell them apart. Let’s take a closer look at these two plants to see what the… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Dog Tail Cactus vs. Dragon Fruit are very similar plants with long stems covered in short spines. They are both native to the Americas, but only one produces edible fruit.… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Have you heard of kabocha? It’s a type of winter squash that’s rapidly gaining popularity. It can be used instead of our tried and tested butternut squash, but what exactly… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
Strawberries and blueberries are two of the world’s favorite flavors, and no doubt you have a preference, but asides from their tastiness what else is different? Let’s discover exactly how… Read More
By Becky Mathews 1 month ago
What's the difference between a Chitalpa Tree vs. Desert Willow? It's a question lots of people ask because they are so similar with their sweetly scented frilly blooms and tolerance… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Ginseng is best known as a supplement that may help you recover from a cold. It’s highly prized in Asian dishes and medicine, but did you know ginseng is a… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Eucalyptus has unmistakably scented foliage and of course, it’s loved by koalas, but will it grow in your garden? What exactly is the difference between eucalyptus globulus vs. radiata? Let’s… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Ficus Altissima and Audrey are two very similar ficus plants that love growing indoors. They are difficult to tell apart, but there is one obvious difference aside from their native… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Are you wondering what the difference is between Chinese parsley vs. cilantro? What about coriander? You’re not alone, because this is a question lots of people ask. Let’s take a… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Blue Arrow Juniper vs. Skyrocket Juniper are two very similar evergreen juniper trees that grow narrowly and upright, but are there any differences and which should you choose? What Are… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Brandon Arborvitae and Emerald Green are both evergreen conifer trees that grow tall and dense, but there are a few differences between them. Let’s take a closer look at these… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Are you looking for a blazing hit of color for your flower borders? Look no further than calibrachoas and petunias. Both of these plants are easy to grow and provide… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Hominy and corn are two very popular foodstuffs and they are so similar there is only one difference. Do you know what the difference is? Let’s take a look at… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Thyme is a tasty herb and one of the most popular across the world. Thyme has been used for thousands of years and shows no sign of losing its popularity.… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Fava beans and lima beans are very popular sources of tasty nutrition that we have cultivated across the globe for millennia, but can you tell the difference? Let’s discover what… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
Blackberries and blueberries are both tasty, healthy fruits, and they have very similar names that point out one obvious difference — their color! However, these two fruits are very different… Read More
By Becky Mathews 2 months ago
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