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Real Is Better - Sniff Out The Difference
Welcome to Real is Better — Sniff Out the Difference, the video series where Mike and Jujube explore everything dogs from where our beloved companions came from thousands of years ago, to what's really going into their food and treats today. No fluff, no jargon just real talk from one dog lover to another. Whether Mike is diving into the fascinating history of how dogs became man's best friend or breaking down what's really on that ingredient label, every video is packed with the kind of honest, straight-forward information that helps you make smarter decisions for your pup. Because they trust us completely and they deserve nothing less than the real thing. 🐾
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What Is Frito Feet? Why Your Dog Smells Like Corn Chips
What is frito feet in dogs and why does your dog smell like corn chips? Well, this has to do with a bacteria or yeast growth typically in moist areas of the body, so in between the toes, can be up against the skin. A little bit of moisture builds up, especially if you live in an area that tends to be more humid or the dog is not dried off very well after a bath, can definitely cause yeast buildup or bacteria growth. Nine times out of 10, it is completely harmless, will not hu
2 days ago1 min read
Why Does My Dog Eat Other Animals' Droppings? The Real Reason Will Surprise You
Why does your dog eat other animals' droppings? If you have ever caught your dog doing this you are not alone and the reason is not what most people think. Mike from Jujube's Recipes breaks down the real science behind this behavior and the simple nutrient dense solution that can stop it completely. 🐾
2 days ago1 min read
Your Dog's Nose Print Is As Unique As Your Fingerprint
Did you know that a dog's nose print is as unique as a human fingerprint?So much so that many kennels, breeders, and shelters have started using them to identify very specific dogs and where they came from.
Sep 91 min read
Gut Bloat In Dogs — What It Is, Why It Happens and How To Prevent It
Gut bloat is one of the most serious and potentially life-threatening conditions a dog can experience — and most dog owners have never heard of it. Mike from Jujube's Recipes is breaking it down so every dog parent knows what to watch for and how to prevent it. 🚨🐾 "Gut bloat is when your dog's stomach fills with gas and actually twists — and it causes the intestines to become entangled and twisted up. It requires immediate surgery to correct it. It's more common in larger d
Sep 12 min read
Happy National Dog Day — 3 Mind Blowing Facts Your Dog Wants You to Know
Mike is back with something special for National Dog Day — 3 incredible facts about your dog that might just change the way you look at them. 🐾💛 "Fact number one — your dog calculates the passage of time. They actually know exactly how long you've been gone — and they feel every single minute of it. Fact number two — your dog's sense of smell is up to 100,000 times greater than a human's. And here's the part that really gets you — cancer researchers are now actively using d
Sep 11 min read
Why Does Your Dog Sunbathe Even When It's 100 Degrees Outside?
Ever wonder why your dog insists on laying in the sun even on the hottest days? Mike has the answer. 🌞🐾 "Why does your dog sunbathe even when it's a thousand degrees outside? Well, dogs naturally run hotter than humans. Dogs run at about 101-ish, depending on the dog. Some are a little hotter, some are a little cooler, just like human beings. It feels good to them to lay in the sun. Also, for older dogs, it helps to relieve joint and muscle pain. And just like human beings,
Sep 11 min read
3 Signs Your Dog Is Overheating — And What To Do Right Now
Mike is back with the most important safety tip of the summer — and it all comes down to one thing: your dog's tongue. 👅🐾 "We're going to talk about 3 signs dog is overheating and things to pay attention to that'll tell you what to do when this occurs. So the good thing about this is all 3 signs are with the tongue. Sign number one the early stages is when your dog's obviously panting and the tongue is protruding from the mouth ever so slightly. What this tells you is the d
Sep 12 min read
Do You Know What's Really In Your Doggy Bag? Are Avian Bones Safe For Dogs?
Mike is back with something every dog owner needs to hear — and it starts with a question you might not have thought about before. 🥡🐾 "Avian bones — are they good for your dog? Are they bad for your dog? What's the deal with avian bones? This common misperception with avian bones started many many years ago when people would typically feed their dogs the scraps from the kitchen. Even in today's world when you go to a restaurant and you get a to-go container — what's it refe
Sep 11 min read
How To Help Your Dog During Fireworks
Your dog isn't just scared of fireworks — they're having a panic attack. Mike from Jujube's Recipes explains what's really happening and shares what studies show actually helps your dog get through July 4th fireworks — including the one thing that works better than CBD oil, thunder vests or ear muffs.
Jul 31 min read
Is Hot Pavement Burning Your Dog's Paws?
Mike has an urgent safety reminder straight from the farmers market about hot pavement and dog paws. 🔥🐾 "Hello guys and gals, this is Mike with Jujube's Recipes. We are out at the Wolf Ranch Farmers Market today. Just a friendly reminder, the concrete during the day, especially here in Central Texas, gets crazy hot. Right now it's 123 degrees. We have seen the concrete temperatures out here all the way up to 176 degrees. Just a reminder to please put booties on your dog or
Jun 241 min read
Does Your Dog Eat Grass? Here's What It Actually Means
Mike and Jujube are back with something every dog owner needs to hear. 🐾 "Did you know that just because your dog eats a little bit of grass when you're out on your walks doesn't mean something is wrong? Dogs are instinctively programmed to eat a little bit of fiber as part of their diet. It helps with their gastrointestinal system. In fact, in less than 10% of cases have they found that dogs that are eating grass are actually sick. In less than 25% of cases, they found that
Jun 231 min read
Dog and Wolf Genetic Difference. Your Chihuahua is 99.8% Gray Wolf — Think Twice Before Breaking Those Treats!
Hello guys and gals, this is Mike with JujuBeez and JujuBee, of course. Did you know that the genetic difference between the smallest dog in the world, the Chihuahua, and a gray wolf is 0.2 percent? That means that your little Chihuahua is 99.8 percent identical to a gray wolf. So basically, you better think twice next time you break those treats in half. This is Mike with JujuBeez recipes and JujuBee, of course, reminding you that real is better.
Jun 121 min read
Are Natural Dog Treat Preservatives Actually Better For Your Dog?
Mike and Jujube are back with something every dog lover needs to hear. 🐾 "Did you know that natural dog treat preservatives are not necessarily a great replacement for unnatural preservatives? Natural preservatives are very, very high in vitamin E, which can be very upsetting to your dog's gastrointestinal system. Also, natural preservatives are very, very high in vitamin C. Dogs do not need vitamin C. They actually create their own within their liver. Where humans must harv
Jun 11 min read
Did Dogs Really Come From Wolves? The Incredible Origin Story
Mike and Jujube are back with something that might just blow your mind. "Did you know that there are roughly two billion dogs, domesticated dogs, on the planet today? Every single one of them came from a group of roughly a dozen wolves that was domesticated in northern France around 38,000 years ago. In fact, there's strong evidence to show where a child and a wolf stood side by side in a cave in this very same region. Now we can't prove that the wolf and the child stood ther
Jun 11 min read
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