Feeding Your Dog Scraps - Good Or Bad?

Many people cannot resist feeding their dogs a little something from their own plate, especially when met with those adorable puppy eyes that seems to say "Mommy... I'd really love to try a little bit of yours please!" And so it is inevitable that a dog will sample some of the more human culinary delights.

The fact is, while many say that this is no good for dogs, canines do have strong stomachs - ask any dog who has rummaged through and found a tasty treat in the garbage! However, there are some foods that are better than others and some foods that are a definite no-no for dogs.

Dog Food For Sensitive Stomachs

Atop the list is chocolate. While a small piece once won't kill him, if taken or found by mistake, it is not advised to ever give your dog chocolate. This is because the theobromine in chocolate is toxic to them in larger quantities and can have much the same effects as caffeine. Do not panic if your dog eats a small amount however. You will notice some symptoms if he has eaten too much, such as hyperactivity, increased urination, vomiting and diarrhea to name but a few.

Another food that is often fed with caution is pork. While some say it is fine to feed, others have found their dogs have sensitive stomachs when it comes to pork products. Mostly, a thoroughly cooked meat will be fine but pork has been rumored to cause liver or pancreas problems too in dogs, so feed with caution.

Many who eat meat off the bone, such as steak or chicken, will often save the bones for their dogs. This is fine and will not harm them in anyway concerning the contents of the food, but beware of small or sharp pieces as this can either choke or cut a dogs throat inside, causing them great pain. Give big and bulky bones and always remove smaller pieces. If your dog chews and small or sharp pieces off, throw them away.

It is also best not to feed him any dessert foods, because of the potential chocolate in them or the high fat content.

Other things that should not be fed to your dog include, but are not limited to:
Caffeine products, such as tea and coffee, Alcohol - none whatsoever. Onions and garlic Various nuts Gum Raisins/grapes Uncooked dough (since it can expand and cause pain or even rupture of the stomach.

Some other, mild acidity or less fatty scraps are okay to feed. Pastas, cheesy foods (in small amounts), most vegetables, and most if not all meats. If you are unsure, don't. It is better to be safe than sorry.

Feeding Your Dog Scraps - Good Or Bad?

Dog Food For Sensitive Stomachs