It's CHRISTMAS DINNER time !!!
The end of year festivities are a time to gather the family, celebrate together with the ones we love and enjoy delicious dishes. That way, our four-legged companions couldn't be left out of the party. They also deserve a space in your Christmas dinner.
However, when we talk about celebrating with pets, it is necessary to pay attention to some recommendations. Many ingredients and traditional dishes from that era are toxic to dogs and pose health risks to them. So stay with us and find out which foods are allowed in your pet's supper.
CARING FOR PETS CHRISTMAS DINNER
The human digestive system works differently than the digestive system of pets. Ingredients that are easily digested by us may not be absorbed in the same way by them. In addition, they are more sensitive to certain substances in food.
Therefore, care must be taken with what is served at Christmas dinner. After all, many tutors have the custom of sharing their food with dogs. Offering toxic food to your pet can lead to poisoning, long-term health problems or even death.
To avoid these problems at the time of Christmas dinner, it is important to ensure that your pet does not have easy access to food. To help you, here are some precautions to take:
- do not offer prohibited foods to dogs;
- inform visitors to do the same;
- prevent Christmas foods from becoming accessible to pets;
- Don't leave leftovers around the house.
Another recommendation that can be followed is to leave the dog in a more private environment in the house, away from the table and the kitchen. If you decide for this, remember to make the environment pleasant for the animal. After all, he also deserves to enjoy Christmas Eve.
WHAT ARE THE FORBIDDEN FOODS IN PETS' CHRISTMAS DINNER?
As we mentioned in the previous paragraphs, not all dishes and ingredients can be consumed by dogs. That's why we made a list of some foods that should be avoided at Christmas dinner. The list includes some of the most traditional Christmas delicacies. So beware!
- Salpicão: Forbidden! Because it is a very dense dish, it is difficult for the animal's stomach to digest, in addition to containing mayonnaise and raisins, prohibited ingredients in the pets diet;
- Grape: Must be avoided! Recent studies associate fruit consumption with kidney failure in pets;
- Nuts: Avoid them all! Some are toxic, and dogs can have allergies;
- Farofa: Must not be served to pets! It is a food rich in salt and fat, which is precisely why it should be avoided;
- Sauces: Stay off the dog menu! They are too strong for the delicate stomach of animals and can trigger pancreatitis;
- French Toast: You must stay away from your pet! Fried foods in general can also cause pancreatitis, as they contain a lot of fat. Also, french toast has a lot of sugar;
- Chocolate: Forbidden! It has a substance called theobromine, which can cause many problems such as tachycardia, seizures, allergic crises, increased pressure and vomiting;
- Alcoholic beverages: Totally prohibited! Animals are much more sensitive to alcohol than we are, which can cause them significant harm;
- Onion: It's harmful for dogs! That's because it has a substance called thiosulphate, which is dangerous for dogs.
- Bones: No way! Never offer bones to your pet, they are broken during chewing and their ends can hurt the pet's internal organs.
HOW SHOULD YOUR PET'S CHRISTMAS DINNER BE?
Despite all the restrictions we've talked about so far, your four-legged friend can enjoy Christmas delights. However, you need to choose the ideal foods and preparation methods for him. And even if you opt for the correct ingredients, there are still factors that should be taken into account when serving Christmas dinner for your pet.
If your dog is obese , pay attention to the size of the portions that will be served. Furthermore, if the animal follows a restricted diet, due to an existing health problem, it is interesting to consult the veterinarian about what to serve for Christmas dinner. This ensures that the puppy enjoys the special meal without putting its health at risk.
However, if your four-legged friend is in perfect health, there are no major concerns. Serving a special meal made with the permitted ingredients is sure to make him very happy and should not compromise his health.
WHAT FOODS CAN I OFFER MY PUPPY?
That is the question that many must be asking themselves. After all, if you want to present your pet with a Christmas dinner, you need to know what can be served. Below is our list of allowed foods. Pay attention to make a Christmas surprise for him!
- Christmas birds: Chester and turkey are allowed in the pets' Christmas dinner. But only white meat should be served. It should be noted that both should be offered only in small portions and without seasoning.
- Cod: This species of fish is very nutritious and is approved for consumption by dogs. The only caveat is to offer a dish made with fresh or frozen cod, as dried cod has a high salt content.
- Rice: Fully released, regardless of whether it is white or whole. However, it should be served without seasoning and offered in small portions.
- Tender and ham: They are released! Can be offered without fat and seasoning. Just pay attention to the portions, which should be minimal. Also, avoid processed ham, which is high in salt and preservatives.
- Vegetables: They are allowed and nutritious! Potatoes, beets, broccoli, pumpkin and carrots can be offered to pets. However, with the exception of carrots, all others must be served exclusively boiled.
By following our recommendations and serving the right foods, your dog can enjoy Christmas delicacies without any risk. You can also take the time to read more about my articles about dog care.
Finally, just remember to enjoy Christmas dinner a lot with your four-legged friend.
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