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A resource for pup-loving humans brimming with expert advice and inspiring tales from the canine community. Brought to you by Ollie, producers of healthy, all-natural dog food
Customize Your Pup’s Food Plan24 June 2026
12 MINS READ
The Ultimate Dog Food Ingredient Guide: How Much Do Ingredients Actually Matter?
Staring at a dog food label shouldn’t feel like reading a chemistry textbook. Learn how to decode the first 5 ingredients, spot marketing red flags, and understand why your pup needs nutrients, not just fillers, for a longer, happier life.
Bryan Agnolia, Dog Chef & Senior Manager of R&D
Bryan Angolia, CPC, Dog Chef & Sr. Manager of R&D, holds a BS in Culinary Nutrition and F…
25 March 2025
3 MINS READ
Avoid Scary Dog Food Recalls in Three Easy Steps
As a pet parent, there’s probably not much that’s scarier than a food recall: you feel guilty because you fed your dog something that could have made him sick, and yet what could you ha…
25 March 2025
7 MINS READ
Can Dogs Get Strep Throat? Can Dogs Get Strep From Humans?
Can dogs get strep throat? Learn how streptococcus infections affect dogs, what symptoms to look for, and how to keep your pup healthy and comfortable.
25 March 2025
3 MINS READ
The Truth About Whether Pups Like to Wear Clothes
Pancho here. ‘Tis the season when you humans get all pumped about dressing us dogs in winter wear before heading outside, everything from handknit sweaters and brand name puffer coats to hats and…
by Gabby Slome
25 March 2025
3 MINS READ
Why Huskies Are Such Great Escape Artists
Ever since my Husky, Keno, ran away during a family vacation in the red rock canyons of Lake Powell, I’ve been primed to perk my ears up when I hear stories about other runaway Huskies. Are t…
25 March 2025
5 MINS READ
4 Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting My Dog Fixed
Last month, I took my pup Dottie to the vet for what I dubbed her “big girl procedure.” My baby was getting spayed. Of course, she pranced into the waiting room like her usual social bu…
by Annie Nelson
25 March 2025
5 MINS READ
Turmeric Golden Paste For Dogs: A Recipe Your Dog Will Love
Golden paste for dogs is a simple mix of turmeric, coconut oil, and black pepper that can help calm inflammation and support your dog’s health naturally. Here’s how it works and how to make it …
25 March 2025
6 MINS READ
7 DIY Ways To Fix Your Dog’s Stinky Breath
When it takes a thesaurus to describe the horror of your dog’s breath, perhaps what you need are fewer adjectives and more solutions. That odor (aside from being a major licking slash kissing…
25 March 2025
6 MINS READ
How to Transition Your Dog’s Food (Without Ruining Your Carpet)
Change can be difficult, especially when it comes to switching your pup’s food. We quiz veterinarian Dr. Imogen Slome about the do’s and don’ts of transitioning dog food.
25 March 2025
6 MINS READ
How Often Should My Dog Poop? A Healthy Dog Poop Chart
If you share a dog with a spouse, partner or another housemate, you might find yourself asking each other if the dog pooped, when the dog pooped or otherwise reporting on the status of your pups po…
25 March 2025
5 MINS READ
Why Do Dogs Circle Before Laying Down? An Evolutionary Explanation.
Does your pup spin in a circle or rough up his bedding so it’s just right before he settles in for the evening? “While no one can be certain of the exact reason why canines do this, the ritual …