Dogs enjoying their first snowfall!

Most dog parents have NO IDEA they're doing this... You think you're being careful. You've heard about chocolate and grapes. You're watching the dessert table like a hawk. 👀 But here's what NOBODY talks about: 😱 ✅ 1. Turkey Skin & Fat Trimmings "Just a little won't hurt" → Pancreatitis within 24 hours. Your dog's gut goes into complete chaos. One ER visit costs more than your entire Christmas dinner. ✅ 2. Ham (Yes, Even "Plain" Ham) The sodium content alone triggers inflammation that takes WEEKS to recover from. Your dog's gut lining? Getting shredded with every "harmless" bite. ✅ 3. Those "Healthy" Veggie Sides Green bean casserole. Mashed potatoes. Stuffing. ALL loaded with onion and garlic powder. Both are TOXIC and attack your dog's red blood cells while destroying gut bacteria. ✅ 4. Sugar-Free ANYTHING Xylitol is in everything now - pies, cookies, even some gravies. It doesn't just cause liver failure. It annihilates the gut microbiome FIRST. ✅ 5. Cooked Bones (The "Natural" Treat) Raw bones? Different story. COOKED bones? They splinter, puncture, and cause internal bleeding. But the gut damage happens even before the puncture - sharp fragments scraping the intestinal lining the entire way through. The Real Problem? 🤯 It's not just about avoiding these foods...It's that ONE exposure can trigger a gut health spiral that lasts months. Chronic diarrhea. Mystery allergies. Constant itching. Anxiety that appears "out of nowhere." 🥲 Most vets never connect it back to that ONE holiday meal. Your move: Screenshot this. Share it with every dog parent you know. One share could save a dog's life (and a family's Christmas). 😇 What "safe" food shocked you the most? Drop a 👀 below. What "treat" do you stick to during the Holidays? Help us out with some "safe" suggestions!

We are grateful Tyler Frans DVM has joined our community. He is a Licensed Vet and is open to helping us with our questions and concerns! Le't be respectful of his time, but feel free to drop any questions or concerns you may have with your "fur-baby'!

So I've been seeing all these posts on Reddit about dog parents getting their dog's DNA tested... and the results are WILD. 😱 There was this woman who adopted what she thought was a Golden Retriever puppy. The rescue called him a golden. AI said he was a golden. Everyone who met him said "cute golden!" She did an Embark DNA test, ZERO percent Golden Retriever. Not even a trace.🫣 He was 29% German Shepherd, 26% Beagle, 23% "Supermutt" (which is code for "we have no idea"), and 21% Siberian Husky, and here's the craziest part... he LOOKS like a golden retriever! This got me thinking about how much we assume about our dogs based on appearance. And how that might affect the way we feed them, train them, and care for their health. Here's what's interesting from a nutrition standpoint:🤔 Different breeds have different genetic predispositions to health issues. German Shepherds are prone to hip dysplasia and digestive sensitivity. Beagles tend toward food allergies. Huskies have specific nutritional needs for their high energy, so if you THINK you have a golden (known for joint issues and cancer risk), but you actually have a German Shepherd/Beagle/Husky mix... you might be missing important preventative care opportunities.🎯 The DNA test can tell you: - Breed-specific health risks to watch for - Genetic markers for food sensitivities - Predisposition to joint issues, skin conditions, digestive problems - Optimal activity levels based on breed mix And honestly? It's just FUN to know what your dog actually is. 🎉 So here's my question for the group: Have you DNA tested your dog? Were you shocked by the results? And for those who haven't... would you? Or do you think it doesn't matter as long as your dog is healthy and happy?🎯 Drop your stories below! I'm dying to know if anyone else got surprised like that Golden Retriever mom. 👇🐾

His name was Tyson, and if you've ever owned an English Bulldog, you know exactly why. He did whatever he wanted, whenever he wanted. No apologies. Pure bully energy.🐂 But about 3 years ago, I noticed something that broke my me and my wife's heart...🥲 He'd barely touch his food. When he did eat, he'd have digestive issues for hours. His breathing (already rough because, well... bulldog) was getting worse. And the vet visits? Every other month for something new. I kept switching foods. Tried every "premium" brand out there. Spent a fortune on medications. Nothing changed.🤯 Then I started learning about REAL nutrition. Not what the bag said. Not what was "vet recommended." What bulldogs actually NEED.😱 Within 2 weeks of changing his diet, Tyson was eating like he actually enjoyed it. His breathing improved. The constant vet visits slowed down. He had more energy to be his stubborn, lovable self. We had 2 more really good years together before pneumonia took him last year.🎯 I think about him every single day. And I'm so grateful I figured out the nutrition piece when I did, because those last couple years? He was HAPPY. Thriving. Being the boss he always was.😭 😭 That's why I'm so passionate about this stuff now. Because nutrition isn't just about "health." It's about giving them the best life possible while we have them.😍 If your dog is struggling with eating or constant health issues... don't wait. They deserve better. And so do you.😇 Thanks for reading! What's your dog's name and how long have you been blessed to have them?? Drop it below. 👇