Dr. Marty Pets Blog

Featuring articles on dog health, exercise, and nutrition. Dr. Marty’s dog blog answers questions regarding what kind of people foods dogs can eat, the best dog nutrition, dog breeds, and much more.

Cats are independent critters, but we’re still responsible for their well-being. Read more to learn about the best cat nutrition, important aspects of cat health, human foods cats can eat, and more!

The Truth About Coconut Oil

The Truth About Coconut Oil

There’s a huge controversy online about a very popular at-home dog health trend: Feeding your dog coconut oil.  You see, many people believe coconut oil is a “superfood” because it’s full of MCTs (AKA, medium chain triglycerides.)1 MCTs are fatty acids that can have...

Can my dog eat cinnamon? Here’s the truth

Can my dog eat cinnamon? Here’s the truth

  If you've ever asked yourself: “Can my dog eat cinnamon?”  — you're not alone.  Cinnamon truly is the “the spice of life," whether you like sprinkling it on coffee, tossing it in with apples, or drinking it down with a cup o' cider. It’s a natural spice that can...

Is Pumpkin Good For Dogs?

Is Pumpkin Good For Dogs?

Pumpkin: the Unlikely Canine Superfood? Is pumpkin good for dogs? Most people only think of pumpkins as fun decorations in the fall season… But did you know: This festive vegetable is a “canine superfood?” Pumpkins belong to the same botanical family as squash,...

Can my dog eat cheese?

Can my dog eat cheese?

Can my dog eat cheese? Have you ever been enjoying a string cheese snack, and noticed your dog staring longingly at your food? Well, that’s because dogs LOVE cheese of all kinds. In fact, trainers will use it as a special treat to motivate dogs. Some veterinarians...

4 Canine Facial Expressions

4 Canine Facial Expressions

Remember Dr. Doolittle? He’s the quirky vet who can talk to his animal patients — so naturally, he’s always been one of my favorite characters.  Just imagine how fun it would be to sit down and chat with your dog! Well, you may not be able to shoot the breeze with...

Teach Your Dog How to “Boogie”

Teach Your Dog How to “Boogie”

Did you ever see the show Soul Train? It was a television show back in the 1970s where dancers with the grooviest moves would boogie non-stop to the best music of the time. We called it “getting down with the boogie” back then 🙂 Well, today, I want to show you how...