DoggyDelly
@doggydelly.bsky.social
Dog wellness and canine nutrition.
Deep dives into functional food for dogs, what works and why.
Deep dives into functional food for dogs, what works and why.
Nutrients aren’t absorbed in isolation: pairing well creates effective partnerships.
That’s food synergy.
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
That’s food synergy.
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
Friendly foods
Some nutrients perform better with the right partners. Choosing when and how they meet can enhance nutritional value.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Nutrients aren’t absorbed in isolation: pairing well creates effective partnerships.
That’s food synergy.
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
That’s food synergy.
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
High-AGE foods can disrupt gut balance, cause inflammation and accelerate ageing.
What are AGEs and how can we avoid them?
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
What are AGEs and how can we avoid them?
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
AGEs: a very apposite acronym
If the UPF conversation is about the degree of processing, then the AGE conversation is about its biochemical cost. To us and our dogs.
open.substack.com
December 5, 2025 at 6:54 AM
High-AGE foods can disrupt gut balance, cause inflammation and accelerate ageing.
What are AGEs and how can we avoid them?
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
What are AGEs and how can we avoid them?
#dogsofbluesky
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
Seeds are recommended for their health benefits in human nutrition; they have a role in canine nutrition too. But does a sprinkle of seeds provide the nutritional boost we are hoping for?
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
#dogsofbluesky
#Doggydelly
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
#dogsofbluesky
#Doggydelly
Seed potential: unlocked
Seeds are recommended for their health benefits in human nutrition; they have a role in canine nutrition too. But does a sprinkle of seeds provide the nutritional boost we’re hoping for?
open.substack.com
November 24, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Seeds are recommended for their health benefits in human nutrition; they have a role in canine nutrition too. But does a sprinkle of seeds provide the nutritional boost we are hoping for?
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
#dogsofbluesky
#Doggydelly
#nutrition
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
#dogsofbluesky
#Doggydelly
The Lancet’s new study links UPFs to elevated health risks. Given the gastrointestinal similarity between humans and dogs and that diet pushes their microbiota in similar directions, aren’t UPFs of concern for dogs as well as humans?
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
#caninenutrition
#functionalfood
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
#caninenutrition
#functionalfood
Ultra Processed Foods
The Lancet has published a major series of studies into the effects of UPFs on human health. Given the gastrointestinal similarity between humans and dogs, why are we giving our dogs UPFs?
substack.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:14 PM
The Lancet’s new study links UPFs to elevated health risks. Given the gastrointestinal similarity between humans and dogs and that diet pushes their microbiota in similar directions, aren’t UPFs of concern for dogs as well as humans?
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
#caninenutrition
#functionalfood
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
#caninenutrition
#functionalfood
Antibiotic use can disrupt the delicate balance of the gut, shifting the balance dramatically.
Can nutrition help to restore harmony in the microbial community? Yes...
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky #Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
#DoggyDelly
Can nutrition help to restore harmony in the microbial community? Yes...
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky #Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
#DoggyDelly
Antibiotics and gut health
Some of us think of multidrug resistance as the only danger from antibiotic use. But antibiotics also disrupt the microbial community, shifting the balance between beneficial and potentially harmful s...
open.substack.com
November 4, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Antibiotic use can disrupt the delicate balance of the gut, shifting the balance dramatically.
Can nutrition help to restore harmony in the microbial community? Yes...
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky #Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
#DoggyDelly
Can nutrition help to restore harmony in the microbial community? Yes...
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky #Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
#DoggyDelly
Bioavailability:
- the gap between intake and effect
- nutrient absorption and use
- food coordination and impact.
It’s not about feeding more - it’s about being smart.
New post on Substack.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
- the gap between intake and effect
- nutrient absorption and use
- food coordination and impact.
It’s not about feeding more - it’s about being smart.
New post on Substack.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
DoggyDelly (@doggydellycom)
Bioavailability
The gap between intake and effect.
Nutrient absorption and use.
Food coordination and impact.
It’s not about feeding more — it’s about being smart.
substack.com
October 13, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Bioavailability:
- the gap between intake and effect
- nutrient absorption and use
- food coordination and impact.
It’s not about feeding more - it’s about being smart.
New post on Substack.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
- the gap between intake and effect
- nutrient absorption and use
- food coordination and impact.
It’s not about feeding more - it’s about being smart.
New post on Substack.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninenutrition
#dogwellness
It takes literally just five minutes to produce something quick and nourishing. Lightly browned mince mixed with cooked Basmati rice noodles and thyme: protein-rich and easily digestible.
#DogsOfBlueSky
#WorkingDogs #DogNutrition #doggydelly
#DogsOfBlueSky
#WorkingDogs #DogNutrition #doggydelly
October 12, 2025 at 11:10 AM
It takes literally just five minutes to produce something quick and nourishing. Lightly browned mince mixed with cooked Basmati rice noodles and thyme: protein-rich and easily digestible.
#DogsOfBlueSky
#WorkingDogs #DogNutrition #doggydelly
#DogsOfBlueSky
#WorkingDogs #DogNutrition #doggydelly
Quick chicken treats.
Functional food, no empty calories. And the dogs love them!
#dogsofbluesky
#dogwellness
#caninenutrition
Functional food, no empty calories. And the dogs love them!
#dogsofbluesky
#dogwellness
#caninenutrition
October 2, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Quick chicken treats.
Functional food, no empty calories. And the dogs love them!
#dogsofbluesky
#dogwellness
#caninenutrition
Functional food, no empty calories. And the dogs love them!
#dogsofbluesky
#dogwellness
#caninenutrition
A lazy game of bitey face in the sun can take some time. Happy days!
#dogsofbluesky
#happydogs
#dogwellness
#dogsofbluesky
#happydogs
#dogwellness
September 30, 2025 at 1:21 PM
A lazy game of bitey face in the sun can take some time. Happy days!
#dogsofbluesky
#happydogs
#dogwellness
#dogsofbluesky
#happydogs
#dogwellness
The gut–brain axis shapes many aspects of canine health, a crucial one being the blood–brain barrier. Its integrity determines mood and behaviour and can even affect age-related decline.
Substack: How everyday foods can help nutrients get across the line.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
Substack: How everyday foods can help nutrients get across the line.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
The blood-brain barrier
The gut-brain axis is a bidirectional communication system that influences overall health. A critical component of this axis is the blood-brain barrier, a determinant of neurological health in dogs.
open.substack.com
September 22, 2025 at 1:01 PM
The gut–brain axis shapes many aspects of canine health, a crucial one being the blood–brain barrier. Its integrity determines mood and behaviour and can even affect age-related decline.
Substack: How everyday foods can help nutrients get across the line.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
Substack: How everyday foods can help nutrients get across the line.
#dogsofbluesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
When you just *know* dinner’s been a success!
❣️
#caninenutrition
#dognutrition
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
❣️
#caninenutrition
#dognutrition
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
September 18, 2025 at 5:57 AM
When you just *know* dinner’s been a success!
❣️
#caninenutrition
#dognutrition
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
❣️
#caninenutrition
#dognutrition
#dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
You know you’ve got an appreciative audience when they take kitchen duty this seriously.❣️
#dogsofbkuesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
#dogsofbkuesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
September 16, 2025 at 9:47 AM
You know you’ve got an appreciative audience when they take kitchen duty this seriously.❣️
#dogsofbkuesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
#dogsofbkuesky
#caninehealth
#doggydelly
Broccoli stalks - packed with goodness. Cooked in beef broth, they absorb amino acids, gelatin and minerals. Cool and open freeze for a healthy summer treat.
#dognutrition #dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
#dognutrition #dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
August 22, 2025 at 6:46 AM
Broccoli stalks - packed with goodness. Cooked in beef broth, they absorb amino acids, gelatin and minerals. Cool and open freeze for a healthy summer treat.
#dognutrition #dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
#dognutrition #dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly
Just two minutes to turn that last drop of beetroot juice into a quick doggy drink. Just add kefir and hemp seeds, shake - and pour! It’s gut-friendly, heart-healthy. And too good to waste. Any left over? make summer ices!
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
August 15, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Just two minutes to turn that last drop of beetroot juice into a quick doggy drink. Just add kefir and hemp seeds, shake - and pour! It’s gut-friendly, heart-healthy. And too good to waste. Any left over? make summer ices!
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
Your dog’s gut is home to trillions of microbes – all talking to each other. This chatter shapes whether they work together or against each other.
How these tiny conversations affect everything from digestion to immunity – and how diet can help the good bacteria thrive.
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
How these tiny conversations affect everything from digestion to immunity – and how diet can help the good bacteria thrive.
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
Chattering bacteria
The battle of the bacteria: helping the white hats win
open.substack.com
August 14, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Your dog’s gut is home to trillions of microbes – all talking to each other. This chatter shapes whether they work together or against each other.
How these tiny conversations affect everything from digestion to immunity – and how diet can help the good bacteria thrive.
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
How these tiny conversations affect everything from digestion to immunity – and how diet can help the good bacteria thrive.
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky
August 12, 2025 at 6:39 AM
This fish broth, made from bones, a couple of cod skins and a splash of apple wine vinegar, is simple to make, free and easy to freeze. and it brings big benefits!
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky #functionalfood #caninehealth #dognutrition #workingdogs
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky #functionalfood #caninehealth #dognutrition #workingdogs
August 10, 2025 at 10:34 AM
This fish broth, made from bones, a couple of cod skins and a splash of apple wine vinegar, is simple to make, free and easy to freeze. and it brings big benefits!
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky #functionalfood #caninehealth #dognutrition #workingdogs
#doggydelly #dogsofbluesky #functionalfood #caninehealth #dognutrition #workingdogs
Your dog’s gut and brain are constantly exchanging messages – and when that system’s in sync, it supports mood, digestion, behaviour – even resilience to stress.
Exploring the basics of the canine gut-brain axis and how diet and a healthy gut keep things running smoothly.
#dogsofbluesky
Exploring the basics of the canine gut-brain axis and how diet and a healthy gut keep things running smoothly.
#dogsofbluesky
DoggyDelly (@doggydellycom)
Your dog’s gut and brain are constantly exchanging messages – and when that system’s in sync, it supports mood, digestion, behaviour – even resilience to stress.
But, as the poem goes: when things ar...
substack.com
August 7, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Your dog’s gut and brain are constantly exchanging messages – and when that system’s in sync, it supports mood, digestion, behaviour – even resilience to stress.
Exploring the basics of the canine gut-brain axis and how diet and a healthy gut keep things running smoothly.
#dogsofbluesky
Exploring the basics of the canine gut-brain axis and how diet and a healthy gut keep things running smoothly.
#dogsofbluesky
What’s in a Mushroom? Ergothioneine. Lentinan. Ergosterol. Strange names, powerful allies. The lesser-known compounds in mushrooms that support health, stamina and recovery in our canine athletes. New post on Substack!
#DogsofBluesky
#Dognutrition
#Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
#DogsofBluesky
#Dognutrition
#Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
What’s in a Mushroom?
The lesser-known compounds and their effects
open.substack.com
July 31, 2025 at 10:22 AM
What’s in a Mushroom? Ergothioneine. Lentinan. Ergosterol. Strange names, powerful allies. The lesser-known compounds in mushrooms that support health, stamina and recovery in our canine athletes. New post on Substack!
#DogsofBluesky
#Dognutrition
#Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
#DogsofBluesky
#Dognutrition
#Dogwellness
#Functionalfood
July 25, 2025 at 6:25 AM
July 14, 2025 at 12:56 PM
July 14, 2025 at 12:46 PM
For low days and slow days: restorative drinks for my dogs.
Giving my dogs a nutritional boost - favourite ingredients and how they can help.
Just posted on Substack.
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky
#Dogwellness
#Nowaste
#Functionalfood
doggydellycom.substack.com/p/restorativ...
Giving my dogs a nutritional boost - favourite ingredients and how they can help.
Just posted on Substack.
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky
#Dogwellness
#Nowaste
#Functionalfood
doggydellycom.substack.com/p/restorativ...
July 10, 2025 at 11:19 AM
For low days and slow days: restorative drinks for my dogs.
Giving my dogs a nutritional boost - favourite ingredients and how they can help.
Just posted on Substack.
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky
#Dogwellness
#Nowaste
#Functionalfood
doggydellycom.substack.com/p/restorativ...
Giving my dogs a nutritional boost - favourite ingredients and how they can help.
Just posted on Substack.
#Dognutrition
#DogsofBluesky
#Dogwellness
#Nowaste
#Functionalfood
doggydellycom.substack.com/p/restorativ...