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Dog and Cat Care in November 2025: Nutrition, Grooming, and Training Tips

When it comes to dog care, the daily practices that keep dogs healthy, calm, and well-fed. Also known as pet wellness, it includes everything from what you feed them to how you handle their stress after a visit to the groomer. November 2025 brought a clear focus on real problems pet owners face—not guesswork, not trends. If your dog acts strange after the salon, it’s not being stubborn. It’s post-grooming stress, a common reaction to sensory overload, unfamiliar scents, or being handled too roughly. Many dogs hide, refuse food, or tremble because their body is reacting to change, not because they’re mad at you. The fix isn’t more treats—it’s patience, quiet space, and understanding their limits.

Food choices came up again and again. ground chicken, a simple, affordable protein often used in homemade dog meals. Also known as cooked chicken for dogs, it’s safe if plain and properly cooked—but raw or seasoned versions can make your dog sick. Same goes for protein shakes, human supplements that sound helpful but often contain xylitol, a deadly toxin for dogs. And while fish oil, a popular supplement for itchy skin and stiff joints. Also known as omega-3 for dogs, it can help—but too much causes diarrhea or blood thinning. Most healthy dogs don’t need supplements at all. If your dog eats a balanced commercial food, adding vitamins might do more harm than good. Wet food? Not all brands are equal. The best ones list real meat as the first ingredient, avoid artificial preservatives, and match your dog’s age and activity level.

It’s not just about food and grooming. The first thing you should train a dog isn’t sit or stay—it’s impulse control. Teaching your dog to wait, pause, and listen before rushing ahead builds trust and prevents accidents. And if you have a cat, leaving food out all day might seem convenient, but it’s a fast track to obesity and diabetes. Scheduled meals give cats better digestion, stable energy, and help you notice when they stop eating—early warning sign of illness.

This collection of posts from November 2025 isn’t about perfect pet care. It’s about practical, honest answers to the questions you actually ask: Why is my dog acting weird? Is this food safe? Do I really need to buy that supplement? What’s the one thing I should train first? You’ll find clear, vet-backed advice here—no marketing spin, no fluff. Just what works, what doesn’t, and why.

Why Does My Dog Act Weird After the Groomers? Common Reasons and What to Do

Your dog acts weird after grooming? It’s not bad behavior-it’s stress. Learn why dogs hide, stop eating, or tremble after the salon, and how to help them recover safely.

11.27.2025

Cassius Wickham

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Is Ground Chicken Good for Dogs? A Vet-Backed Guide

Ground chicken can be a healthy, affordable protein source for dogs when cooked plain and fed in the right amounts. Learn what to avoid, how much to give, and when it’s not safe.

11.24.2025

Cassius Wickham

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Are Protein Shakes Bad for Dogs? What Vet Experts Say

Protein shakes aren't safe for dogs. They often contain toxic ingredients like xylitol and can overload your dog's kidneys. Learn what to do if your dog drinks one and safer alternatives for boosting protein.

11.23.2025

Cassius Wickham

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Should I Give My Dog Fish Oil? The Real Benefits and Risks Explained

Fish oil can help dogs with itchy skin, joint pain, and heart health - but only if given in the right dose. Learn how much to give, what to avoid, and how to choose a safe product.

11.20.2025

Cassius Wickham

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Do Dogs Really Need Supplements? The Truth Behind the Hype

Most healthy dogs don't need supplements if they eat balanced commercial food. Learn when supplements actually help-and which ones can be dangerous-for your dog's long-term health.

11.18.2025

Cassius Wickham

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What Wet Food Is Good for Dogs? A Simple Guide to Choosing the Best Options

Discover what wet food is truly good for dogs-based on ingredients, life stage, and vet recommendations. Learn how to choose the best canned food, avoid common mistakes, and feed it properly for optimal health.

11.16.2025

Cassius Wickham

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What Is the First Thing to Train a Dog? Start With This Basic Skill

The first thing to train a dog isn't a trick-it's impulse control. Learn how to teach your dog to pause, wait, and respond calmly before moving on to sit, stay, or come.

11.15.2025

Cassius Wickham

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Should Cats Have Access to Food All the Time? The Truth About Free Feeding

Leaving food out all day for cats seems convenient, but it can lead to obesity, diabetes, and digestive problems. Learn why scheduled meals are healthier and how to make the switch safely.

11.10.2025

Cassius Wickham

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