It’s a New Year and most people are thinking about getting healthy and shedding those unwanted pounds off. This is one of the most common new years resolutions. This is also a good time to make sure your giving your dog healthy snacking options as well. I am not saying it is time to put your dog on a diet. This is just a great time to re-evaluate what they are eating and make sure that they are healthy choices.
Here are a few healthy snacking tips for your dog to succeed with their New Year’s Resolution:
We all enjoy a snack between meals, either as a treat or to give us an energy boost to get through the rest of the day. Our dogs also enjoy a little snack at times, and sharing our treats is a great way of showing him affection. Just as we try and choose a healthy alternative to snack on, we should make sure our dog’s snacks are good for him.
There are some snacks that are a definite no-no for our dogs. Chocolate is quite toxic to them, it contains theobromine which, if given in large enough amounts, can cause depression, vomiting, seizures and even death. Even so called dog chocolate contains theobromine, so it’s not safe either. Choose carob treats for your dog, and keep those yummy chocolate snacks for yourself.
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