Feeding your dog without guesswork

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Syta Micha guide

Feeding your dog without guesswork

Symptoms, ingredients and diet explained by an animal nutritionist. With every article we show products that fit the topic.

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Food for dogs with a sensitive stomach - what really matters

Before you switch brands for the fifth time, check three things that usually solve the problem without changing the food.

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Food intolerance in dogs - how it differs from an allergy

With an allergy, a crumb is enough. With an intolerance, a small portion passes without a trace, while a larger one ends in trouble. This difference changes how you deal with it.

Food allergy in dogs - symptoms, the most common allergens and the elimination diet

It is protein that causes allergies, not chemicals. And most often the protein the dog has eaten the longest - beef and poultry, not the exotic extras at the end of the ingredient list.

My dog keeps scratching but has no fleas - where to start

Scratching has many causes, and changing the food solves only one of them. The order in which you check decides whether you hit the cause or spend half a year guessing.

Diarrhoea in dogs - what to give, what to avoid and when to see the vet

Most bouts of diarrhoea clear up within a day or two. The trouble is that some do not - and at first they look exactly the same. I show you how to tell them apart.

Treats for dogs with kidney disease - what is allowed, what is not and why it matters more than you think

A single liver chew can use up a large share of the daily phosphorus limit for a dog with CKD. What to rule out, what to give instead and how to read labels.

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Omega-3 in canine kidney disease - why it is one of the most important supplements

How EPA and DHA support the kidneys of a dog with CKD, why linseed oil is not enough and how much omega-3 to give - in line with veterinary guidelines.

Renal diet for dogs - what is allowed, what is not and where to start

Has your vet recommended a renal diet? We explain how much protein and phosphorus a dog with CKD needs, how to read labels and how to put together a menu step by step.

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How do you count treats in your dog’s diet? A practical guide for owners of active dogs

An intensive training session can mean 30-50 rewards. We show you how to work out your dog’s daily calorie budget and take the treats off the evening portion of food.

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Glucosamine and chondroitin for dogs - how to protect the joints of active and working dogs?

Why the joints of active and working dogs are especially prone to overload, how glucosamine and chondroitin work and when to start giving them.

Omega-3 for dogs - why EPA and DHA are essential for your dog’s working brain

EPA and DHA support a dog’s focus, learning and nervous system. We explain where to get them, which dogs need them most and how to recognise a deficiency.

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A dog’s invisible enemies in winter - dry air, chemicals and hypothermia

Dry air at home, antifreeze in the car park and getting chilled. Three less obvious winter dangers for your dog and simple ways to prevent them.

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Winter diet and weight - how not to ‘fatten up’ your dog during the heating season?

Most pet dogs need less energy in winter, not more. We show you how to keep your dog’s weight in check and count the treats from games at home.

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Complete protection for your dog’s paws in winter - salt, ice and chemicals

Road salt, sharp ice and frost are part of every winter walk. We show you how to protect your dog’s paw pads before you head out and how to care for them when you get back.

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The Christmas trap for dogs - why ‘a small piece’ can end with a trip to the vet

Fried carp, pierogi with onion, poppy seed cake with raisins. We explain why festive leftovers harm your dog and what you can safely treat it to instead.

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Natural dog biscuits from the Bakery line - composition, training and dental hygiene

Baked Bakery biscuits: a short composition with no sugar or glycerine, a handy reward in training and crunchy support for everyday dental hygiene.

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Dogflakes dried food on the road and every day - lightness, energy and ingredients straight from nature

A light, dry food that needs no fridge for trips with your dog, and more gently processed too. See what air-drying offers and which extras go into Dogflakes.

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The allergic dog - elimination diet, single-protein food and treats with a novel protein

How do you carry out an elimination diet without giving up rewards in training? We explain the role of single-protein foods and treats with kangaroo, horse, ostrich or goat.

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For dogs that need more - support for seniors and active dogs

MCT oil as a fast source of energy for senior and sporting dogs: what it can do, how to dose it and when to ask your vet first.

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Why give your dog MCT oil? A guide to the benefits for your dog

What MCT oil is, how it works in a dog’s body, which dogs it can help and how to introduce it into the diet safely.

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Healthy skin and a shiny coat - how to care for them from within with diet and oils

A dull coat, dandruff and excessive shedding often have their cause in the bowl. We explain the role of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, MCT oil and functional oils.

Weakened immunity in dogs - how to support the body naturally

Frequent infections, allergies, a lack of energy? We explain how unsaturated fatty acids from oils support a dog’s immunity and when you need to go to the vet.

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Matching DOGTOR supplements to the problem: stress, joints, digestion, skin - your guide to natural support

Stress before a storm, stiff joints, a sensitive gut or scratching? We help you choose the right DOGTOR supplement for the problem and show you how to give it.

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Functional oils vs herbs - which to choose for my dog? A Syta Micha guide

Oil or herbal supplement? We explain when a functional oil works well, when herbs are the safer choice and how to combine them wisely.

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Herbs in a dog’s diet: when do they help and when do they not? - a practical Syta Micha guide

When herbs can support a dog’s digestion, calm, skin and joints, how to give them safely and when to ask your vet first.

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Training and the microbiome: why a small treat matters a lot (apple fibre and digestion)

Training treats and your dog’s gut: why prebiotic apple fibre is worth looking out for and how treats from the BLACK line perform.

Glycerine-free training treats: why the BLACK line is a good choice for sensitive dogs

BLACK treats: glycerine-free, single-protein, made only from muscle meat and air-dried. Why they are a good choice for sensitive dogs.

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A guide to healthy snacks for dogs

How do you choose healthy snacks for your dog? A nutritionist explains the role of fibre, protein and vitamins, and of ingredients such as deer antler, truffles or goat’s milk.

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How to tell whether your dog is well nourished - signs of nutritional deficiencies

A dull coat, dandruff, weight loss or a lack of energy can point to deficiencies in your dog’s diet. Check the possible causes and how to adjust the diet.

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Inflammation in a dog’s digestive tract

What inflammation is, how gastritis and enteritis show up in dogs, what causes them and how diet and the right fibre can support your dog during recovery.

5 min read

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Water for dogs and cats - how often should you change the water in your dog’s and cat’s bowl?

How much water dogs and cats need, where to put the bowl and why changing the water every day is not enough if the bowl itself is not washed.

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Pumpkin for dogs and cats - an orange superfood in the bowl

What pumpkin contains, how its fibre affects digestion in dogs and cats, when it helps with diarrhoea and constipation and how to give the flesh, oil and seeds safely.

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Hemp seeds in a dog’s diet - nutritional value and properties

Industrial hemp seeds contain no THC, yet they provide protein, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins A and E and fibre. See what they bring to your dog’s diet.

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Tinned dog food - how to store it properly

How long an opened tin can stay in the fridge, how to open it safely and why it is worth checking that the packaging is BPA-free.

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Flaxseed for dogs - properties and effects on your dog's health

What flaxseed contains and why we add it to Syta Micha dry food: omega-3 fatty acids, fibre, lignans, vitamins and minerals.

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Gnawing and chewing - a dog’s basic needs

An adult dog spends around an hour a day gnawing and chewing. A behaviourist explains why this need matters and how to meet it wisely.

Oral hygiene for dogs and cats, or how to look after your pet’s teeth

Where bad breath in dogs and cats comes from, which breeds are prone to periodontal disease, which symptoms should concern you and how to look after your pet’s teeth every day.

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Diet, active training and healthy muscles in dogs

How do diet, massage and active training support a dog’s muscles? On the role of animal protein and fat, and simple exercises you can do at home.

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Feeding a senior dog, or how to feed an older dog properly

When a dog becomes a senior and how to change its diet: fewer calories, more good protein, wisely chosen fat, fibre and a steady meal routine.

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Vitamins for puppies - key nutrients from the very start

Protein, fat, vitamins A, D, E, K and B vitamins, calcium and phosphorus - what has to be in a puppy's bowl and why a home-made diet can be tricky.

5 min read

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Healthy joints in dogs - natural ingredients, oils and diet that support mobility

How a dog's joint is built, where dysplasia and osteoarthritis come from, and which natural ingredients and oils can support mobility for years.

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