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Nutritional Insights

Get all the must-know info to make the best choices for your dog's wellbeing. We simplify those tricky topics about dog nutrition, health and wellness, providing helpful insights and practical guidelines to give your dog the top-notch care they deserve.

Wunderdog Gift a Meal campaign featuring rescue dogs and UAE rescue partners including RAK Animal Welfare Centre, Haven of Hope, Second Chance Animal Sanctuary, Stray Dogs Center and A’s Ark Rescue.

Gift a Meal: Raising Wunderdogs Together

Right now, across the UAE, there are dogs curled up in rescue centres, waiting for someone to walk ...

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Grey cat mid-grooming, licking its paw on a cushioned bench, illustrating the link between grooming and hairballs

Cat Vomiting vs Hairballs: What's Normal?

Short answer? A hairball every so often is normal. Vomiting on a regular basis is not, no matter ...

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Is Fresh Food Safe for Cats?

Short answer? Yes, fresh food is safe for cats, if it's prepared properly, nutritionally complete, and handled correctly. The bigger question isn't whether fresh food is safe. ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Is Fresh Food Safe for Cats?
18 September, 2026
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Cat Vomiting vs Hairballs: What's Normal?

Short answer? A hairball every so often is normal. Vomiting on a regular basis is not, no matter how many times the internet has told you cats "just do that." Let's get into it, ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Cat Vomiting vs Hairballs: What's Normal?
11 September, 2026
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How Long Can a Dog Live With a Heart Murmur? A Vet's ...

A diagnosis of a heart murmur or mitral valve disease does not mean your dog is about to die. In fact, many dogs continue to enjoy months or even years of good quality life after ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

How Long Can a Dog Live With a Heart Murmur? A Vet's Perspective
4 September, 2026
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Taurine, Omega-3, CoQ10: What Actually Helps Your Dog's Heart

Quick version: of all the heart supplements you'll see marketed for dogs, omega-3 fish oil has the most real science behind it, taurine and L-carnitine genuinely matter but mostly ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Taurine, Omega-3, CoQ10: What Actually Helps Your Dog's Heart
28 August, 2026
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Heart Disease Stages in Dogs Explained (B1, B2, C, D)

Short answer; vets sort heart disease into stages, and the ones that matter most to you are B1 and B2 (your dog has a murmur but feels totally fine) and C (heart failure has ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Heart Disease Stages in Dogs Explained (B1, B2, C, D)
21 August, 2026
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Senior Dog Heart Disease: 5 Myths Worth Clearing Up

If your dog is getting older and the words “heart disease” have started floating around, take a breath first. A lot of what gets repeated about senior hearts is either half-true ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Senior Dog Heart Disease: 5 Myths Worth Clearing Up
12 August, 2026
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Summer Heat and Your Senior Dog's Heart: A UAE Vet's Guide

Straight to it: in a UAE summer, your senior dog's heart is already working overtime before they've taken a single step out the door. So the plan is simple, walk in the cool ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Summer Heat and Your Senior Dog's Heart: A UAE Vet's Guide
5 August, 2026
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What Does Your Dog's Heart Murmur Grade (1 to 6) Actually ...

Here's the short version: your dog's heart murmur grade (a number from 1 to 6) tells you how loud the murmur is, not how sick their heart is. A soft grade 2 can sit on top of real ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

What Does Your Dog's Heart Murmur Grade (1 to 6) Actually Mean?
29 July, 2026
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What to Feed Your Senior Dog to Support a Healthy Heart

Here's the honest short version: most senior dogs don't need a fancy “heart diet.” What their heart really wants is simple, keep them lean, go easy on salty stuff, make sure ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

What to Feed Your Senior Dog to Support a Healthy Heart
20 July, 2026
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Cavalier Heart Disease: Signs, Prevention & Care

Cavaliers are genetically predisposed to Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease (DMVD), the most common heart disease seen in dogs. It often develops years before owners notice ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Cavalier Heart Disease: Signs, Prevention & Care
15 July, 2026
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Dalmatian Urinary Stones: Diet, Hydration & Prevention

If you own a Dalmatian, diet is one of the most important factors in reducing the risk of urinary stones. While hydration, genetics, and lifestyle all play a role, what goes into ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Dalmatian Urinary Stones: Diet, Hydration & Prevention
10 July, 2026
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My Dog Has Allergies in the UAE: Is It Food or the ...

If your dog is constantly itching, licking paws, or getting recurring ear infections, the first step is to figure out whether this is environmental or food-related, then adjust ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

My Dog Has Allergies in the UAE: Is It Food or the Environment (And What to Do)
8 July, 2026
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Are Dog Allergy Tests Accurate? The Truth Most Dog Owners ...

Your dog has been scratching for months. You've changed foods three times. You've switched shampoos. You've washed every blanket in the house. Then someone suggests an allergy ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Are Dog Allergy Tests Accurate? The Truth Most Dog Owners Never Hear
1 July, 2026
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Fresh Food for Cats With Sensitive Digestion

If your cat has a sensitive stomach, fresh food can absolutely help, but only if you introduce it correctly and choose a nutritionally complete diet. Many cats with digestive ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Fresh Food for Cats With Sensitive Digestion
24 June, 2026
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Small Breed Heart Disease in Dogs: The Early Signs Most ...

Heart disease is extremely common in small breed dogs, especially after the age of 7 or 8. The earliest signs are often subtle, a softer energy level, occasional coughing at ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Small Breed Heart Disease in Dogs: The Early Signs Most Owners Miss
3 June, 2026
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How to Transition a Cat to Fresh Food Without Upset

Switching a cat to fresh food should feel boring. Honestly, that’s the goal. No dramatic diarrhoea. No hunger strike. No owner panic spirals at 2 AM googling “my cat sniffed new ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

How to Transition a Cat to Fresh Food Without Upset
22 May, 2026
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Cats and Hydration: Why Moisture in Food Matters

If your cat is eating mostly dry food, the most effective way to improve hydration is to switch to a moisture-rich diet. Cats are not built to drink enough water on their own, so ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

Cats and Hydration: Why Moisture in Food Matters
7 May, 2026
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My Dog Has Digestive Issues: What It Means and What to Do ...

If your dog has loose stools, gas, vomiting, or just “on and off” digestion, the most effective first step is to simplify the diet, increase moisture, and stabilise feeding over ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

My Dog Has Digestive Issues: What It Means and What to Do (UAE Guide)
10 April, 2026
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My Dog Has a Sensitive Stomach: A Step-by-Step Transition ...

If your dog has a sensitive stomach, the safest and most effective approach is to transition slowly to a highly digestible, fresh diet over 7–14 days, starting with simple, gentle ...

Dr. Georges Rizk, In-House Veterinary Consultant at Wunderdog

My Dog Has a Sensitive Stomach: A Step-by-Step Transition Guide
6 April, 2026
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