Giving table scraps to dogs can cause obesity and digestive disorders.
Treat 'Em Right
For all they do, our canine friends deserve to be treated right, especially when it comes to their treats.
Many people are guilty of sneaking their pets tidbits from the table - who can resist those pleading brown eyes?
But resist you must, if you want your friend to live a long, healthy life. Feeding your pet from the table may cause serious health issues.
- Obesity Obesity is the 4th leading cause of death in dogs. Just like their human counterparts, being overweight puts dogs at higher risk for many health disorders, including diabetes, liver failure, heart disease, kidney problems and joint disorders.
- Digestive Problems. People foods tend to be fattier, greasier and spicier than the foods dogs are accustomed to. Even common spices, such as black pepper, can cause serious upset. Digestive problems caused by those tasty table scraps can range in severity from mild vomiting and diarrhea to life-threatening disorders such as pancreatitis.
Dog treats and chews – not table scraps – are a better choice. Quality dog treats are more nutritious and tend to have far fewer calories than most table scraps. And treats are a great reward for being a good dog!
Re-Train the Moochey Pooch
Here are some ideas for breaking the begging habit:
Have a small bowl of dog kibble on the table. When your dog begs, give him some kibble. He’ll probably get bored with begging soon.
Or let him have a dog chew while you dine. Don't forget to offer a safe, healthy dog chew, like those made with pork skin.
Make sure everyone in the family is on the same page with banning table food, because if someone is still sneaking food, your plan might be sabotaged.
Re-training yourself and your moochey pooch may take some time, but it certainly is worth the effort.
Remember to reward your dog with safe, healthy treats and chews. Avoid rawhide, which is very difficult to digest. Instead, offer chews and treats made with baked pork skin, like Pork Chomps. They are satisfying, delicious and easy-to-digest.
Treat Them to the Best
Our beloved canine friends deserve to be treated to the very best. So, always give them safe, healthy tasty treats like Pork Chomps.
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