Pet Digest

Why Is My Dog a Picky Eater? Causes & Solutions That Work Does your dog ignore their bowl but beg for table scraps? You’re not alone. Picky eating is one of the most common frustrations among dog owners. While it might seem like your dog is just being stubborn, picky eating often stems from specific habits, feeding mistakes, or even deeper behavioral or health issues. Fortunately, there are holistic and practical ways to help your dog rediscover the joy of regular meals. Understanding the Causes Behind Picky Eating One of the most frequent contributors to picky eating is offering table scraps. While it may feel loving or harmless, feeding from your plate can condition your dog to expect tastier alternatives. Human meals are often more flavorful, oily, or rich—especially compared to plain kibble. Over time, this habit creates a cycle where your dog holds out for something \"better.\" Excessive treats are another culprit. Many dog treats are inc...

Faim Miseau: Understanding Your Dog’s Hunger Cues from a Holistic Perspective Have you ever heard the term "faim miseau" ? While not commonly used in veterinary medicine, it's a phrase that appears in canine wellness communities, often to describe what seems like "false hunger" or a complex mixture of emotional and physical hunger signals in dogs. What Does "Faim Miseau" Mean? Derived loosely from French, "faim" means hunger. "Miseau" is less clear—it may be a misspelling, a regionalism, or a coined term. In holistic pet circles, the phrase is used to refer to non-nutritional hunger , where dogs appear to want food but may actually be experiencing: Digestive imbalance Boredom or anxiety Blood sugar crashes Lack of satiety from low-quality kibble How Dogs Experience Hunger Unlike humans, dogs rely more on routine and behavioral cues to anticipate meals. According to a 2022 study in Front...