What are the differences between freeze-dried and air-dried food?

This is a question that we get quite often, so it might be more useful to explain it in a blog post 🙂 So, both processes are food preservation processes, used specifically for dog food (of course they are also used for human food, but our focus here is dog nutrition). Both processes remove moistureRead more ⟶

LYO DOG 100% natural Protein bar for dogs

We are thrilled to introduce something really special: our very own LYO DOG protein bar for dogs! There are several protein bars already available on the market, but as always, our super allergic dog Ozzy cannot eat them, because they are all filled with secret and not-so-secret ingredients that he cannot consume (to be honest,Read more ⟶

Why we stand behind Best Barf raw freeze dried snacks for dogs and cats

Best Barf is one of our favourite brands of dog and cat food products, because we share the same vision, which is: – focusing on providing only the highest possible quality, – producing limited editions, and – aiming to be as sustainable as possible. Best Barf snacks are made from different types of meat andRead more ⟶

SOLO – monoprotein food for dogs and cats

After thoroughly testing with our own dogs, we decided to add SOLO monoprotein food for dogs (and cats) into our shop. As you might know, Ozzy has severe allergies, so finding suitable quality food for him has been an ongoing challenge, so we are very happy to discover these. SOLO® is the single-protein food par excellence,Read more ⟶

How to train your dog for mountain biking?

Want to train your dog to join you on your mountain biking trips? Then maybe our “LYO DOG online session: How to train a MTB trail dog” is for you You can find it here: https://www.lyodog.com/shop/dog-training/mtbtraildogs/ PROMO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1buwdS1PXo This session was originally meant as a part of our LYO DOG Adventure dog Online course thatRead more ⟶

What makes LYO DOG different from other brands?

This is a question I get asked a lot and I finally managed to take the time to gather my thoughts and write a short description about LYO DOG. This is what we are doing, this is our aim, this is why we exist. We hope that you will join us in our efforts. LYORead more ⟶

Benefits of living with dogs (or other animals)

Dogs (or animals in general) make our lives better, and there is actual scientific research (FEDIAF) that confirms this. No matter your age, nationality or geographical location, living with a dog can benefit you in several ways: Social benefits of living with dogs Dogs are great companions and they are often a great source forRead more ⟶

“Why can wild animals poop in the woods, but my dog can’t?”

Might be a silly question, but it is an important topic to discuss, if we want to be responsible dog owners/guardians and visit the outdoors in line with the “leave no trace” principle. The main difference: their diet. Wild animals consume foods and nutrients directly from the ecosystem, where they reside, and the same nutrientsRead more ⟶

Should I get a cooling vest for my dog?

Summer is here and at least in our area, heatwaves are becoming more intense every year. Especially for older dogs, dogs with a thick coat, dogs with health issues or dogs that are super active, a cooling vest can be a great solution. My dogs have been using them for years and honestly, I amRead more ⟶

What is Pododermatitis in dogs?

If you dog has allergies (to foods or environmental factors), you might have come across “pododermatitis“. Basically, this is severe inflammation of the skin of dog´s paws. This inflammation can occur on one or all dog paws, on the paws, around the nails, on individual fingers or between paw pads. There are several potential causes,Read more ⟶