Editorial Standards

Last Updated: September 2025

At Fido’s Bowl, our goal is to provide dog owners with clear, accurate, and practical information about homemade dog food and canine nutrition. Because nutrition directly affects a dog’s health, we follow strict editorial standards to ensure our content is trustworthy, evidence-based, and easy to understand.


Our commitment is simple:


Real information. Clear explanations. Responsible guidance.

Evidence-Based Information

Every educational resource on this site is grounded in reputable, science-backed sources, including:

  • NRC – National Research Council’s Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats
  • Veterinary nutrition textbooks and peer-reviewed articles
  • Guidance from board-certified veterinary nutritionists
  • Verified whole-food nutrient databases
  • Established canine nutrition programs and courses


We rely on research, not trends, opinions, or social media myths.


When evidence is limited, we state that clearly.

Experience Matters: Lived Expertise

All content is created by Mary S., founder of Fido’s Bowl, who has:

  • Over 10 years of hands-on homemade feeding experience
  • Completed a Pet Food Nutrition course
  • Actively pursuing advanced canine nutrition education
  • Spent years learning, testing, and refining NRC-based recipes
  • Documented real-world success feeding homemade diets to her own dogs


Our goal is to combine research-backed knowledge with real-life, practical experience so dog owners can confidently apply what they learn.

Accuracy, Clarity & Review

Before any content is published, we:

✔ Verify scientific claims against primary sources
✔ Cross-check nutrient information for consistency
✔ Review for clarity to ensure beginners can understand
✔ Fact-check safety-related topics (toxicity, deficiencies, supplements, etc.)


When content includes recommendations, they are:

  • Generalized, not prescriptive
  • Safe for most healthy dogs
  • Written with veterinary partnership in mind


We do not guess, exaggerate, or promote unsafe shortcuts

Transparency About Limitations

We are not veterinarians, and our content:

  • Does not diagnose conditions
  • Does not replace veterinary care
  • Does not provide individualized medical advice


We clearly distinguish between:

  • What homemade feeding can safely achieve
  • What requires professional guidance
  • What is based on published research vs. lived experience


This transparency is a key part of our trust foundation.

Balanced & Responsible Guidance

Homemade feeding can be confusing, especially with conflicting information online. We prioritize:

  • Realistic expectations
  • Balanced viewpoints
  • Safe, gradual approaches
  • Clear explanations of risks and benefits


We do not promote extreme feeding ideologies or fear-based messaging.


Our goal is empowerment — not perfectionism.

Regular Updates

Canine nutrition evolves, and so does our content. We:

  • Review core articles regularly
  • Update information when new research becomes available
  • Edit or clarify content when necessary
  • Add new sections in response to reader questions


Every article includes a “last updated” date for transparency.

Product & Supplement Recommendations

When we reference or recommend products, they must meet the following criteria:

  • Safe for dogs
  • Evidence-supported
  • Transparent ingredient lists
  • Reasonably priced
  • Personally tested when possible


We do not accept compensation for biased or misleading recommendations.

Commitment to Safety

Because deficiencies, excesses, and unsafe ingredients can seriously affect a dog’s health, safety is at the core of every article we publish. This includes:

  • Cautionary notes where appropriate
  • Clear guidance on calcium, organs, fats, and supplements
  • Emphasis on veterinary partnership when needed
  • Recognition of individual variation between dogs


We always lean toward caution and clarity.

Our Promise to You

Homemade feeding should feel empowering — not overwhelming.

Our commitment is to provide:

  • Honest information
  • Clear explanations
  • Science-backed references
  • Real-world practical steps
  • Ongoing updates


All so you can make confident, informed decisions about feeding fresh food to your dog.


If you ever have questions, concerns, or suggestions for improvement, we welcome your feedback.
Fido’s Bowl exists to support dog owners, and your trust means everything.