Dogs are men`s
best friend and when they make you happy you give them treat. Dogs enjoy
getting treats and let`s be honest we also enjoy giving them their favorite
snacks. Dogs are so cute and they get all excited by hearing the sound of the
packet of their favorite treat. They start wagging their tail, making cheerful
noises and start running with excitement, waiting for you to give them their
snack.
If you give
your dog snacks frequently then, the point of `giving treat` will vanish with
frequent snacking. Professionals advise to give your dog his treat in
moderation and it should be less than 10 percent of the total calorie intake of
your dog.
Q. What
snacks can dogs eat?
Dogs can eat
all type of snacks wet or dry but one should be careful and check the following
things before giving any supper to his cuddly one.
·
Label:
Before
giving any snack to your pet read the label that it is particularly their food.
Read all the ingredients and be cautious of any dog allergy your canine
companion might have.
·
Natural Ingredients:
Make sure
that the treat your dearly one is getting is natural and organic so that it may
not cause any side effects in future. The artificial colors and flavors are not
very good for your pet.
·
Customize treats for your dogs:
Your dog may
have a life style and there will be some particular things he eats and does not
eat. Make sure that the snacks you are giving him do not have any ingredient
which are harmful for your pet. You can even customize your dog`s supper by
keeping in mind their allergies.
·
Measure their Weight:
Dogs above
the weight of 54Kgs are considered obese like human beings and treating them
excessively can be a reason for it as well. You should give your canine partner
light meals in a moderate way and count the calories you are giving him per
day. It will help your dog maintain a healthy weight.
·
Check with the Veteran:
Before
giving any new treat to your pet get it checked with your dog`s veteran. The
professionals could only tell if there is some ingredient present in the meal
which is bad for your dearly one or not. Also, there are some treats which can
be fruitful for your dog`s deficiencies of minerals and vitamins.
Fruits
and Vegetables as a Treat:
Healthy
snacking is always the best option for human beings and animals both. If you
make your pet habitual of eating fruits and vegetables than their favorite
fruit could be a treat for them. Do a proper research or consult with the
veteran before giving fruits and vegetables to your canine companion because
some fruits and vegetables have compounds which are good for human beings but
harmful for dogs.
If you want
to give apples to your pet, cut them in small pieces and remove the seeds. The
seeds of apple contain a chemical named cyanide which is extremely poisonous
for dogs in large amounts. Broccoli could be given too as a snack but excessive
intake can cause digestive problems in your dogs as it contains a compound
which can be harmful for digestive track of dogs if taken in large portions.
Never give your dog raisins and grapes as there is a poisonous compound in it
which is extremely harmful for them. Avoid giving avocados too because it also
has a toxic element in it for your cuddle partner.
Puppies
should be given soft treats as their teeth are growing. Try to give natural
snacks and avoid any preservatives as they can be bad for puppy`s tummy. Bite
sized and lighter meal is preferred for your puppy`s small mouth and sensitive
intestines.
Cat`s
Treats:
Cats are
easy to feed and their snacks can be made by simple ingredients at home. There
is no need to buy expensive supper for your cat. If you want to know the
recipes which you can make for your cat as her treat then, read on:
·
Iced Tuna:
Take an ice
cube try and fill it with some tuna and water, freeze it for some hours and then
give it to your cat after a trip from park. It will be your cat`s icy treat for
summers.
·
Meow Ice cream:
Frozen
yogurt and lactose free ice cream are great for your furry one. Ask your pet`s
veteran before giving her the frozen yogurt as the organic yogurt does not
contain sugar which can be bad for your kitty.
·
Ice:
Cats love
ice so giving your cat some ice cubes could be the cheapest and easiest treat
you could ever give to them. It will be source of hydration and fun for them.
They will be entertained by the little ice cube slipping here and there on the
floor.
·
Icy Cat Food:
Wet cat food
is expensive and they are obsessed with it. In order to save it for longer,
freeze the wet food and give them as a treat in small portions.
Final
Word:
Cats and Dogs
both are human friendly and enjoy getting treats. One thing which should be
consulted before giving them any snack is the health condition of your pet. Don`t
make them habitual of daily snacking and excessive treating because it can be
bad for their health. Otherwise, it`s fun to give your dearly ones their
favorite thing to eat and enjoy.
