Doggo's Choice

We Are Your Dog's Favorite Treat Dealers! Offering nutritious single-ingredient dehydrated dog treats, in the Birmingham, AL area.

Hi, we're Daniel and Dr. Michaela Weber from Birmingham, Alabama. We share our home with several rescue pets and are deeply involved in animal welfare and rescue efforts. Daniel is a General Manager for technology company, with an extensive history in sales. Dr. M has a PhD in Human Services and 20+ years in nonprofit leadership. A couple years ago, we transformed our pets' diet to fresh, whole fo

ods, and this led to immediate and significant health improvements for our furry companions. Soon after, we began making single-ingredient dehydrated dog treats at home. Dr. M is now a certified canine nutritionist, eager to help others. We are YOUR DOG'S FAVORITE TREAT DEALERS!

08/13/2025

Environmental Toxins & Your Dog’s Endocrine System 🧠🐾

Did you know many everyday products can disrupt your pet’s endocrine system (the hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, mood, and immune health)? The choices we make at home really do matter: for us and our dogs.

Here’s how to reduce toxic burden at home & outdoors:

🌿 Lawn & Garden:
Skip pesticides & herbicides - instead try pet-safe options like diatomaceous earth, neem oil, or Wondercide.

🧴 Pest Prevention:
Choose flea, tick & heartworm preventatives without endocrine-disrupting chemicals. Herbal collars or essential oil blends (properly diluted) are safer bets.

🚫 Ditch Plastics:
No plastic bowls, bottles, or melamine dishes. Use stainless steel, ceramic, or glass instead.

🧹 Clean Floors Safely:
Steam mop with plain water - paws absorb chemicals from floors!

🧼 Simple Cleaning Swaps:
Use white vinegar & baking soda instead of harsh cleaners. They work and they're safe!

🌬️ Skip Synthetic Scents:
Air fresheners, plug-ins, wax melts, and sprays often contain phthalates & other toxins. Opt for beeswax candles or essential oil diffusers (pet-safe oils only!).

🧺 Natural Laundry:
Go for plant-based detergents. Dryer sheets often contain quats & hormone-disrupting chemicals. DIY your own with vinegar + essential oils on reusable cloths!

✨ These small changes can reduce your pet’s toxin exposure and support a healthier immune and hormonal system - which means fewer vet visits, more energy, and longer lives.

🔎 Want to dive deeper? Check out ewg.org - a powerful tool for vetting products, ingredients & brands.

💚 Your choices matter - every day, every product, every ingredient. Detoxing your pet's world is a powerful way to invest in their lifelong wellness. And guess what? You benefit too.

08/11/2025

🐾 Meet Angus - The Gentleman Meatball Looking for His Forever Pack 🐾

Sometimes the sweetest things show up when you least expect it. The timing wasn’t ideal for adding to our own pack, so we made a different promise: to love him, set him up for success, and find him the forever home he deserves.

Angus is about 1–1.5 years old, around 55 llbs. Though his markings could convince you there’s a little Rottie in there (spoiler alert: there isn't). His DNA panel says mostly Bulldog with some Pittie and a side of beefcake and pork chops as evidenced by his adorrrrable little beefy legs and meaty head 🤩 We don’t know much about his past, but we do know this:

❤️ He’s loveable, social, and thinks belly rubs are a human’s greatest purpose.
🐾 Still has some puppy sparkle (and the wiggle to match).
🚗 Loves car rides & walkies.
💦 Might have just discovered water - and it’s awesome!
🏫 Currently crushing it in a local Board & Train program, learning all the manners to make him the best roomie you’ve ever had.

He’s fully vetted, healthy, and will come home with a continued training plan, food, toys, a bed, and a starter pack of the world’s best dehydrated dog treats (perks of knowing the best K9 treat dealers on the streetz 😉)

**IMPORTANT: We are NOT in a rush - and we are NOT handing him over to “anyone with a yard.” Angus deserves his perfect match. His next stop should be his forever, so yes, we will be vetting adopters like TSA checks luggage.

📸 Watch this space for more Angus pics and videos, and notes from training. Please share him far and wide, and of course, reach out with any questions! He is just a meatball looking for his spaghetti, and currently accepting applications for his forever human(s) 🍝

Note: We are in the Birmingham, Alabama area, but I can guarantee that transport will not be an issue for the right home!

08/06/2025

💧 Water check! You know it's essential - but what kind of water your dog drinks matters just as much as how much.
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Most tap water contains chlorine, heavy metals, and yep… fluoride, which is actually classified as a neurotoxin ⚠️ in large amounts. That means it can impact brain function and development (yep, even in pets).
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🐾 Your dog’s body is 70–80% water. Clean, filtered H₂O helps their organs function, supports detox, improves skin and coat, and reduces long-term health issues. Filtered water is one of the best investments you can make on your pet wellness journey - even if it feels like a bit of a PITA at first.
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At Doggo’s Choice HQ, part of our daily routine is washing and refilling five water bowls with fresh filtered water every morning. Why? Because your dog deserves the same high-quality hydration you’d want for yourself. (And no one wants biofilm soup growing in a slimy water bowl 🤢).
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✨ Pro tip: Use stainless steel or glass bowls - they are easier to sanitize, don’t harbor bacteria like plastic, and won’t leach chemicals into the water.
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🚰 Wondering what the best filtered water options are?
✔️ Carbon block filters (like Berkey, Aquasana, or Clearly Filtered) remove harmful stuff but keep the good minerals. They're countertop-friendly, gravity-fed, eco-conscious, and don’t require electricity.
✔️ Reverse osmosis systems? Super effective — BUT they dump the filtered-out toxins into the drain, which can burden our shared water systems. So it's a trade-off worth knowing about.
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💡 Supporting clean water goes beyond what goes into our pets… it includes how we filter it and where it ends up.
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🐶 Curious about other environmental toxins + natural detox strategies for your pup? Stay tuned — we’ll be sharing more soon!
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08/05/2025

🐄 TRIPE: The Gut-Loving Superfood Your Dog Will Go Nuts For!

Let’s be real - tripe smells like regret. But to your dog? It’s the canine equivalent of caviar… if caviar smelled like gym socks marinated in barn funk, and then aged to perfection 🧦

👉 What is it?
Tripe is the stomach lining of grazing animals like cows. Specifically, we’re talking green tripe - the raw, unbleached, nutrient-loaded version that’s not meant for humans (unless you're into questionable life choices) - but hey, no judgement here.

🐶 Why feed it?

Because your pup’s gut health matters. And green tripe delivers:

✅ Natural digestive enzymes
✅ A balance of healthy fats
✅ Loads of probiotics (hello, Lactobacillus!)
✅ A nearly perfect calcium-to-phosphorus ratio
✅ Boosted nutrient absorption
✅ Support for sensitive tummies
✅ Energy from linolenic fatty acids
✅ Extra manganese (crucial for raw-fed pups)

💩 Bonus? Some pet parents swear it even helps stop litter box snacking. (no more sprinkled kitty brownies for Fido!)

🐕‍🦺 Great for picky eaters, raw-fed dogs, and anyone needing a nutritional boost. Just don’t expect it to smell like bacon.

🦴 Add it as a topper, in treat form, or in raw blends. However you serve it, green tripe brings the gut game strong.

🚫 Not all tripe is equal - skip the white, bleached supermarket stuff. That’s for humans. You want the green kind for your dog’s best belly life.

🦴 Ready to level up your pup’s nutrition the stinky but smart way? We stock single-ingredient green tripe treats and bits 📦

08/01/2025

🧱 Rebuilding the Gut Wall — Doggo Edition 🐶

So your pup might have leaky gut… now what? If you want to rebuild that gut wall like it’s an HGTV makeover for your dog’s insides 🛠️🐶 then read on for Part 3 of our leaky gut series!

Here's the good news: the gut wall can heal - but it needs the right support.

Here’s what can help seal the deal (literally):

🌟 Collagen + Gelatin – Found in bone broth! These help restore the gut lining.
🌿 Slippery Elm or Marshmallow Root – Herbal heroes that soothe and protect.
🥩 Real, whole foods – Ditch the processed stuff. Think clean proteins & veggies.
🧘‍♂️ Less stress + fewer meds – Chronic stress + overuse of antibiotics/NSAIDs? Not gut-friendly.
🦴 Single-ingredient, clean treats – Like ours. No fillers. No weirdness. Just goodness.

Healing takes time, but your pup is so worth it 💛 Start slow, stay consistent, and give that gut some love.

Questions? We’re here to help - DMs always open! 🐾

07/29/2025

🎯 Treat Tip Chewsday: Welcome to Rotation Nation! 🐾

Same snack, every day? Sounds... ruff 🙃

Rotating your dog’s treats and proteins is a smart (and easy) way to support better digestion, reduce food sensitivities, and keep mealtime from becoming meh 😴

🌀 Here’s why rotation rules:
✅ Exposes your pup to a wider range of nutrients
✅ Reduces the risk of developing an intolerance
✅ Keeps picky eaters interested
✅ Mimics how dogs would eat in nature (variety = vitality!)

Example: 🚫 The "Chicken Every Day" diet? Not doing your pup any favors.
Instead, try mixing it up with:
🦃 Turkey one week
🐄 Beef the next
🦆 Duck or rabbit as a fun twist
🐟 Sardines or other omega-rich fish for that shiny coat

🎁 Bonus: We make it ridiculously easy. Our single-ingredient treats are made for rotating - no fillers, no weird additives, just clean, wholesome snacks your dog will flip for.

So go ahead, build that treat board 🍖🐕

Your pup’s gut, and taste buds, will thank you.

07/28/2025

🔬 Leaky Gut Part 2: What the heck is Zonulin? 🧠🐶

ICYMI: In Part 1, we broke down what leaky gut is and why it’s often the real culprit behind your pup’s skin issues, allergies, and digestive drama.

Now let’s dig deeper into a key player: Zonulin.

Zonulin is a protein that acts like a gatekeeper for the gut lining - deciding what gets through and what stays out.

When zonulin levels spike, those tight gut junctions loosen… and that’s when the trouble starts:

🚨 Undigested food, toxins, and bacteria sneak through
🔥 The immune system flips out
🐾 Cue: inflammation, itching, p**p problems, and more

But how do you know if zonulin is high?

🧪 Some functional or integrative vets offer specialty GI panels (like NutriScan or Glacier Peak) that can measure markers like zonulin, gut bacteria balance, and inflammation. Testing isn’t always necessary - but for pups with ongoing issues, it can offer clarity.

Signs that testing might be worth it:
🔁 Chronic skin issues or allergies
💩 Frequent diarrhea, bloating, or gas
👂 Constant ear or yeast infections
🍽️ Suspected food sensitivities
🧠 Behavior changes tied to gut discomfort

👉 Whether you test or not, healing starts the same way, and we will discuss this in Part 3 of this series, coming soon!

07/25/2025

🚨 Dog scratching like they're trying to dig to China? Constant ear infections? Flaky skin? 🐶💥 Guess What? It might not be a skin issue. It might be a gut issue 👀

Here’s what’s going on behind the scenes:

Leaky Gut Syndrome happens when the lining of your dog’s gut gets damaged - kind of like a fence with holes in it 🧬

Things like poor diet, stress, antibiotics, and even processed treats can punch holes in that fence. Once that gut barrier breaks, stuff that shouldn’t get through (like undigested food or toxins) leaks into the bloodstream… and the immune system freaks out 😱

The result?

Inflammation shows up where your pup is most sensitive - often the SKIN. Think:
🔁 Chronic itching
🐾 Allergies
🔥 Hot spots
👂 Recurring ear infections
💩 Even p**p problems

💡Healing takes time, but it starts with real nutrient-dense food, gut-friendly treats(like ours 👋), and supporting that gut wall from the inside out (think gentle supplements, and minimal junk).

👀🐶 Want to know how to rebuild the gut wall? Stay tuned - we’ll break it down in our next post 🐾💛

07/22/2025

📢 Treat Tip Chewsday: Chicken Neck Edition!

Neck Yeah! Dehydrated chicken necks = tiny joints, mighty benefits. Calcium, glucosamine & crunch in every bite. Dehydrated chicken necks are full-body wellness in one crunchy bite. Naturally rich in calcium, phosphorus, glucosamine, and chondroitin, these treats are amazing for joint support, bone health, and dental hygiene.

🐓 Gently air-dried to preserve nutrients
🦴 Helps clean teeth
💪 Supports bones & joints
🍗 Naturally delicious with zero additives

Fun Fact: The small bones become safely crunchy when dehydrated, making them digestible and satisfying - yes, even for smaller dogs!

07/16/2025

☀️ Doggo’s Summer Survival Guide!

Summertime = sunshine, road trips, and "please stop licking the patio door" moments. But for our four-legged fam, it also brings heat stress, hydration hurdles, and appetite changes; which is why your treat game needs a little seasonal strategy. Here’s how to help your pup thrive when the temps rise:

🐾 1. Lighten Up That Protein. Heavy proteins like lamb or venison take longer to digest and can raise internal heat. Instead, try:

🍗 Turkey necks
🐇 Rabbit ears
🦆 Duck feet

Lean, easy, and still full of flavor!

🚙 2. Travel-Ready Chews. Whether you're headed to the lake, vet, or just surviving the carpool line, opt for chews that:

✅ Don't melt, stink, or spoil.
✅ Are great for vet bribery (helllo liver jerky!)
✅ Are easy to toss in your bag (like beef trachea)

😎 3. Clean Treats = Cool Dogs. Summer heat is tough enough. Don’t add fillers and junk. Our treats = single-ingredient, no BS. Better digestion, fewer irritants.

🍓 4. Bonus Bite: Fruity Faves. Many dogs instinctively crave hydrating fruits in summer - and for good reason! Fruits offer water, natural sweetness, and antioxidants. Try offering dog-safe options like:

🍉 Watermelon (no rind or seeds)
🔵Blueberries
🍌 Bananas
🍎 Apple slices (no core)
🍓 Strawberries

Serve them fresh, frozen, or blended into pupsicles for a fun enrichment snack that beats the heat.

💩 5. Check the P**p: Hot weather + dehydration = dry, crumbly stools. If your dog’s business is looking funky, it might be time to:

✔️ Add hydration
✔️ Lighten up the proteins
✔️ Keep treats simple and gut-friendly

Because healthy digestion = happy dog (and fewer p**p bag struggles).

🎉 Final Word: Let them chase sprinklers, roll in the grass like gremlins, and then kick back with a cool, clean treat from the folks who keep it real - Your Dog’s Favorite Treat Dealers 🐶🦴

Tell us about some of your favorite K9 Summer hacks!

07/15/2025

🐐 Treat Tip Chewsday: Goat Gullet Goodness!

Crunchy, chewy, and naturally rich in glucosamine and chondroitin, goat gullet is a fantastic single-ingredient treat that supports joint health and keeps jaws busy. Perfect for pups with beef sensitivities or those on novel protein diets.

🦴 Great for small to medium chewers
💪 Helps maintain healthy hips and joints
🐐 Gentle on sensitive tummies
🧼 Naturally helps clean teeth as they chew

Fun Fact: Gullet = esophagus, so it's soft cartilage, not bone—safe to chew and easy to digest!

Serving Tip: Offer whole as a chewy snack, or cut into smaller pieces for training rewards (if you’re okay with a little crunch shrapnel). Best served with side-eyes from jealous dogs 😒

07/08/2025

🦆 Treat Tip Chewsday: Don’t Judge a Treat by Its Beak

They might not win any beauty contests, but dehydrated duck heads are a crunchy, nutritious powerhouse for your pup!

Packed with calcium, phosphorus, glucosamine, and chondroitin, they help support joint health, strong teeth and bones, and natural dental cleaning through gnawing. Nature’s original multivitamin - feathers and all.

How to serve it: Give as a whole chew for medium to large dogs or break into smaller chunks for little ones. Best served supervised - because, well, beaks.

No additives. No preservatives. Just a biologically appropriate underdog snack for your K9 BFF!

Unpretty. Unprocessed. Unbelievably Healthy 🌿🦆

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