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Did someone say....treats? Here at Smack Pet Food, we are all about the pumpkin. All but one of our delicious Smack products contains this paw-some ingredient, packed with vitamins, minerals, iron, potassium...just to name a few! Check out our recent blogpost for more on this incredible ingredient. But if you're looking to take your dog's pumpkin enjoyment to the next level... why not pamper them with some home-baked pumpkin treats? Read on for one of our favourite fall treats for pooches. Pumpkin Treats for Dogs Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Yield: 24 treats Ingredients 1 cup freshly...

Thyme for some good nutrition! Ever thought about adding thyme to your pet’s diet? It’s a spice that you probably have on hand in your kitchen for adding a delicious kick of flavour to your soups, stews, meats and pasta dishes. But it’s actually a herb that can also be incorporated into your dog or cat’s bowl, with numerous nutritional benefits for them. Not only does it help improve digestion, and strengthen bone and muscle tissue, thyme can also reduce inflammation and pain. Thymus vulgaris (or garden thyme - not to be confused with Spanish thyme, which is actually toxic...

Making your home safe for your pets There's nothing quite like having a fresh bouquet of flowers or a newly-gifted plant to brighten up your home, but for the pet-owners among us, it's important to know which botanical decorations to steer clear of. We've compiled a list of some common plants and flowers to steer clear of to keep your home safe for your furry friend (there are more than you might think!). Mildly toxic Poinsettias Toxic to dogs and cats While these festive classics do not pose a severe risk to the animals in your life, they do contain...

A powerhouse of nutrition: parsley and its many benefits Parsley - probably not the first ingredient we think of when it comes to superfoods, but this herb has more to offer than just a pop of green on your plate. Parsley - the curly variety - actually offers a range of AMAZING nutritional benefits to our pets (and us!). A powerhouse of vitamins as well as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, we’re all about including it in our pets’ bowls. Read on for more about why parsley really is a paw-some herb: 1. It has anti-inflammatory properties Parsley’s anti-inflammatory properties (including...