Do a dog’s vegetables and fruits need to be pureed?
Should vegetables and fruit for dogs be pureed? Explore fibre, nutrient availability, raw versus cooked produce and sensible portions.
Food allergy or intolerance: what should you really investigate in a dog?
Before Oscar arrived, I had little first-hand experience of food allergy or intolerance. Later, customers told me about dogs that could tolerate only very specific protein sources. One could eat duck and game; another could manage chicken, duck and horse. I realised that my situation was relatively straightforward, although Oscar...
Furry dog chews: natural treats with more benefits than you might expect
When we first introduced furry beef ears, rabbit ears and deer legs to the FendaF range, customers weren't always enthusiastic. More than one person exclaimed, “Yuck!” I can understand that. To human eyes, an ear still covered in fur looks quite different from a neatly packaged, bone-shaped chew. But removing...
GDV in dogs: what can you prevent and when must you act?
Sudden restlessness and unsuccessful retching can signal GDV. Learn what feeding precautions can and cannot achieve, and discuss gastropexy for dogs at risk.
Kennel cough in dogs: symptoms, home support and when to see a vet
I remember my first encounter with kennel cough very clearly. I had heard of it, of course, but for years I had rather smugly said that none of my dogs had ever had it. Then one day I came home from work, Faddu walked up to meet me at the...
Winner Plus Dry Dog Food: What Our First Trials Revealed
When the first shipment of Winner Plus dry dog food arrived at FendaF, we weren't conducting a laboratory trial or repeating the manufacturer's marketing copy. We had four very different dogs and a genuine curiosity about whether the food would suit them. So Faddu, Ossu, Fentu and Peku each started...
Glycerin and sorbitol in dog treats: what do these words mean?
Why are glycerin and sorbitol used in soft dog treats? Understand their purpose, digestive tolerance and the crucial difference from xylitol.
Finding a new home for your dog: what to try first
Whenever I see an announcement seeking a new home for a dog, my heart sinks a little, especially when the reason is simply “he gets into trouble”. Adopting a dog is not like buying furniture that can be returned after the first scratch. Yet the more I have thought about...