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Beatrice Tavakoli
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Beatrice Tavakoli is a Professional Dog Trainer and the Founder/Owner of TAKA Dog Walk in New Jersey. A lifetime dog lover and enthusiast, Beatrice is committed to providing animals with hands-on service dedicated to daily love, adventure, and socialization. As insured and bonded dog walkers, Beatrice, and her staff provide a multitude of services including doggie social hour, day hikes, training, puppy care, canine special events, in-home pet care, boarding, cat care, and customized dog walks.
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What ingredients should you avoid in dog food?
Take the time to research what is detrimental to a dog. Some of the main ones are chocolate, grapes, avocado, and grapeseed oil. Amazingly enough, some commercial dog foods actually include grapeseed oil, but it's really damaging to a dog's liver.
Can you feed a dog a grain-free diet?
Talk to your vet first, but it really depends on the dog. Some dogs don't do well digestively with a completely grain-free diet. Try adding sweet potatoes—it's a binding fiber that's really great for a dog's digestion.
Will treats make my dog fat?
If your dog needs to lose weight and you still want to give them treats, break the treat into tiny pieces. The dog is going to be happy because they're getting treated―they don't really care about the size.
