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Christmas Dinner for Dogs

18/11/2019 - Christmas

Christmas Dinner for Dogs

Christmas is exciting and something we look forward to all year. However your dog probably thinks Christmas is a bit strange…. a toilet (also known as a christmas tree) comes into the house but we expect our dog not to wee up it! Suddenly everything sparkles, some men dressed in red shout ‘ho ho ho’ and lots of odd things happen!

Spending some time preparing your dog for the festivities will help to ensure that your dog enjoys Christmas as much as you do! Our series of Christmas blogs will help you and your dog prepare.
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At Christmas time we enjoy a gorgeous selection of different foods and annual treats. However not all of these are safe for your dog to eat, here is a list of the most common foods to watch out for
  • Sultanas/Raisins/currants – can cause kidney failure, even in the smallest of quantities. This will also include any foods containing these items, such as Christmas Cake, Christmas Pudding, Mince Pies etc.
  • Alcohol – just like humans, alcohol can have a similar effect on dogs if too much is consumed. Always keep it out of reach, especially half empty glasses left of coffee tables etc.
  • Chocolate – contains theobromine which is toxic to dogs, even a tiny amount can make a dog unwell. Avoid putting any chocolate treats on or under the tree or in stockings.
  • Xylitol – artificial sweeteners found in many sweets, treats and products such as yoghurts, toothpaste and chewing gum is also toxic to dogs. Xylitol can cause low blood sugar and liver damage.
  • Nuts – Macademia nuts are also not good for dogs. These can cause lethargy, increased body temperature and lameness.
  • Leftovers – Dispose of leftovers carefully, as items placed in the bin may contain a variety of toxins, also be aware of cooked turkey bones. Mould also produces toxins that can be fatal for dogs. Remember this may not be just your bin at home but other peoples rubbish or food bins left out on collection day.
  • Gravy – There are many different types of gravy available, avoid any gravy that contains too much fat, salt, garlic, onions and any other known toxins to dogs.
  • Rawhide - rawhide treats can cause blockages and should be avoided.
 
That’s a long list of things dog’s should avoid at Christmas….. you may be wondering what your dog can enjoy?
  • Cooked meats (avoid too much pork, anything too fatty or processed with added salt etc)
  • Raw meats
  • Raw bones (No cooked bones!)
  • Salmon (preferably cooked)
  • Parsnips
  • Carrots
  • Beans
  • Brussel Sprouts
  • Peas
  • Sweet potato
  • Potatoes (cooked only)
  • Cranberries (fresh with no additives/sweeteners)
** All foods should be given in small quantities, especially if it's not something your dog has tried before. Always supervise dogs when eating something new, especially raw bones.
 
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