Canine Catering
Common Questions

Honey vs Manuka honey for dogs

Honey is often praised for its natural soothing and antibacterial properties, but is Manuka honey a better choice for your dog than regular honey? The answer depends on what you hope to support.

Thoughtful dog with a bowl of kibble and a bowl of meat and vegetables. The transition from kibble to less processed diet.
Common Questions

Transition from kibble to whole-foods

Moving from kibble to whole-foods does not need to be all or nothing. A good diet is not the same for every dog, or for every family. Some people enjoy cooking for their dog, some people need the convenience of pre-prepared healthy meals.The most useful priorities are simple: transition gradually, avoid unsafe foods, and make sure that the total diet is complete and balanced.

Golden retriever playing in the sunshine
Exercise tips

Do dogs need sunlight for vitamin D?

Vitamin D is a crucial nutrient for both humans and dogs. It plays an instrumental role in regulating the balance and absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which are vital for maintaining strong bones and teeth. People can obtain vitamin D from sunlight, but dogs lack the ability to absorb it this way. Dogs get vitamin D from their diet.

Cute French bulldog sniffing flowers
Exercise tips

Sniffing: Olfactory Decompression for Dogs

Olfactory decompression is just the pretentious jargon for the calming effect of sniffing. Smell is how dogs “read” the world: sniffing helps them process information, regulate emotions, and settle their nervous system. need intentional time to sniff and explore scents without being rushed or overly directed. Allowing a dog time to snifff is a simple, science-backed way to support calmer behaviour and better overall wellbeing.

Calcium between two bones
Diet information

Calcium’s role for dog health

Calcium is one of the most essential minerals in a dog’s diet, playing a vital role in maintaining strong bones, healthy teeth, and proper body function. While it’s often associated with skeletal health, calcium’s benefits extend far beyond bone strength, influencing everything from muscle movement to nerve signalling.

Dog making himself comfortable in a moving box
Common Questions

Packing? Help your dog adjust to leaving home.

Change  might be a natural part of life, but it can be confusing, stressful, and even frightening for people, let alone your dog. Whether you’re moving house or packing for a holiday, here are some tips to help your dog transition smoothly.

Jack Russell dog learns high five dog trick
Common Questions

Quick easy dog tricks

Tricks provide mental stimulation, strengthen the bond between you, and teach your dog to pay attention to your instructions (which can be important for their safety). Here are some quick, easy, tricks to teach your dog.

Happy Maltese terrier, safely secured in car so dog isn't car sick
Well-being

Car sickness

Some dogs love a car trip.  You’re going out, and they’re going with you! Woohoo! What’s not to love.  But for others, the car provokes anxiety, nausea and/or vomiting.  What to do if your dog gets car sickness?

Canine communication - two dogs shouting at each other
Training tips

Canine Communication: understanding dog body language

If only they could talk! We’ve all said it many times. Dogs ‘speak’ a different language, and we can learn their cues, strengthen bonds and minimise misunderstandings. While there is a wealth of nuance and complexity to each individual dog that cannot be summarised in a blog post, we can give you a brief primer to recognising the basics of doggy body language.