Notes from the wild

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• Vet corner

When Food Heals: A Vet’s Guide to Common Canine Health Issues & How Plant-Based Nutrition Can Help

If your dog seems to be constantly licking their paws, scratching their ears, or you’re noticing soft stools, the wrong diet may be to blame. These are some of the most common symptoms pet parents report – and they can often point to food allergies or intolerances. Today, we’re discussing food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities, to give you a guide to supporting your dog’s health through food, and how clean, hypoallergenic plant-based diets can help.

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Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: What’s best for your dog?

A DEEP DIVE INTO MIRCOBIOME HEALTH & NATURAL SOLUTIONS Let’s talk more about gut health. It’s being acknowledged as a big factor in determining human health with the discovery of new links and understandings still ongoing. For example, ​​recent studies have highlighted the role of the gut microbiome in Long COVID. This is where symptoms […]

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How to Choose the Right Dog Food (Without Losing Your Mind in the Process!)

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a wall of dog food bags, wondering what all the buzzwords actually mean, you’re not alone. Every brand claims to be the best, and half of them contradict each other. High protein, grain-free, limited ingredient, human-grade – it’s a lot. 

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• Nutritionist recommended

What is Taurine, and is it Present in Vegetarian Dog Food?

When it comes to your dog’s health, taurine plays a vital role—but what exactly is it, and does your dog need more of it? While often associated with meat-based diets, taurine is an essential amino acid-like compound that supports heart function, vision, and overall well-being. But can dogs get enough of it from a plant-based […]

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• Testimonials

A Love Letter to My Dog, Bertie ❤️ – and all the pups who inspire us

IF BERTIE COULD READ. THIS IS THE LETTER I’D WRITE TO HER AND ALL THE AMAZING DOGS THAT INSPIRE US! Of course, Bertie can’t read this – her talents lie more in chasing tiny tennis balls, treat detection, and melting hearts with a single head tilt. But if she understood words, I’d want her to […]

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Essential Dog Nutrition: A Vet’s guide to what your dog really needs

At Herbie Wilde, we’re committed to sharing evidence-based insights into plant-based dog nutrition. A question that arises often is whether dogs—historically considered carnivores—can thrive on a vegan diet. Below, we explore the key nutrients for dogs and how carefully formulated plant-based dog food can meet these requirements, referencing some of the latest research. Written by […]

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