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Shelter workers spend their days surrounded by myths about animal shelters. Here are 10 things animal shelter staff wish every visitor knew, backed by the latest facts and statistics on intake, adoption, and lifesaving.
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Wondering why your dog carries food away from the bowl before eating? From ancient instinct to stress and bowl dislike, here are the 6 most common reasons dogs take food out of the bowl, plus simple ways to make mealtime calmer.
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Is a black Belgian Malinois a real thing? The short answer: no, not under the AKC breed standard. Here is what a black Belgian Malinois usually really is, with photos, plus how to spot the breeds most often confused with it.
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Did St. Bernards really carry barrels of brandy? Almost certainly not. Here is the real history of the St. Bernard barrel: what those little kegs likely held, where the myth came from, and how to buy a barrel collar today.
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Can dogs eat figs? Only fresh, ripe figs in small amounts, and only now and then. Dried figs, fig newtons, fig jam, and every part of the fig plant should be skipped for their concentrated sugar and toxic sap. Here is the full safety breakdown.
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Can dogs eat kale? A few small, washed, chopped pieces are usually fine, but kale carries real risks, from calcium oxalate stones to thyroid-affecting goitrogens. Here is the full breakdown: stems, raw versus cooked, and safe amounts by size.
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Can dogs eat chicken bones? No. Cooked bones splinter into sharp shards and raw bones are not safe either, risking choking, blockage, and a torn gut. Here is the danger breakdown and what to do if your dog already ate one.
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Can dogs eat corn cobs? No. The cob is indigestible and can lodge in the gut, causing a life-threatening blockage that often needs surgery. Here is what to watch for, what to do if your dog ate one, and how to share corn safely instead.
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Can dogs eat peaches? Yes, fresh, washed, pitted peach flesh is a safe treat in small amounts. The pit, stems, and leaves contain cyanide compounds, and canned, syrup, and dried peaches should be skipped. Here is the full safety breakdown.
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Can dogs eat corn? Yes, plain cooked kernels off the cob are safe in small amounts. The cob is a choking and blockage risk, and salty or sugary forms like tortilla chips and kettle corn are off-limits. Here is the full safe-vs-unsafe breakdown.
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Can dogs eat nectarines? Yes, the fresh, pitted flesh in small amounts is fine for most dogs and adds vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber. The pit, the sugar, and canned nectarines are the real risks. Here is the vet-backed safety breakdown.
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Can dogs eat eggs? Yes, when fully cooked and served plain, eggs are a protein-rich treat for most dogs. Raw eggs carry salmonella and biotin risks, and seasoned or greasy eggs should be skipped. Here is the full size-by-size safety breakdown.
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