Rachael Ray Serves Up Some Help for Pets in Need

It’s well known that Rachael Ray is an absolute whiz in the kitchen, but did you know that she has quite a few recipes for dogs as well as people? In fact, the celebrity chef is coming out with a brand of dog food called Nutrish for Pets, which is based on recipes she came up with for her pet pit bull, Isaboo.

Proceeds from sales of Nutrish will benefit Rachael’s charity, Rachael’s Rescue, which she created to help shelter animals. She knows that many of the animals brought to shelters don’t find homes, especially if they’re older or have behavioral problems. Pit bulls, the breed to which she’s partial, are often overlooked because they have such a bad reputation, and she hopes that, by bringing more money and attention to the cause, more people will learn about shelter animals and do what they can to help out. She has a link to Bad Rap, an organization devoted to teaching people pit bull responsibility.

In addition to the link to Bad Rap, Rachael also has a link to the North Shore Animal League and a Pet Lovers blog that serves up loads of great posts, such as “Are you ready for a dog?” and “Can aspirin be toxic to dogs?” If you’re a pet lover, it’s a cool place to hang out. And, if you’re interested in whipping up some tasty treats for your furry friend, you can find recipes there as well!

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