We understand: Dogs are a part of the family, and you want them to enjoy tasty foods that you love, too. Unfortunately, many human foods are packed with starches and sugars that can upset dogs’ stomachs.
But fear not! Rover’s bringing you a list of dog-friendly foods dogs you usually find on the Thanksgiving table. These are healthy choices your dog can eat year-round.
On Thanksgiving, eat this, not that…
Sweet potatoes, not candied yams!
While your aunt’s candied yams are a hit with the family, all that sugar is sure to upset your dog. Sweet potatoes alone, however, are a great source of dietary fibre, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and beta carotene. Sweet potato treats can be a huge hit with with dogs. You can make your own by following this simple recipe, or give your dog wholesome, responsibly-sourced options like these from Pet Eden.
Apples, not apple pie
Apples are full of vitamins A and C and contain plenty of fibre, making them a sweet crunchy treat for your dog. If you’re sharing an apple with your pooch, be sure to cut around the core, as large amounts of apple seeds can be toxic. While apple pie is far too sweet for dogs, you can still share special a dessert with your pal; follow an unsweetened applesauce recipe, making sure to skip the spices, too. Some healthy dog treats contain apple for extra fibre. We like these chicken and apple sausage chews for our own pups.
Green beans, not green bean casserole
Among other things, the cream in green bean casserole is far too rich for dogs. However, with ample amounts of plant fibre, manganese, and vitamins C and K, plain green beans are great for dogs. If your dog has a Thanksgiving-sized appetite but needs to maintain a healthy weight, try adding green beans to their food to keep them full and healthy. Or, for some crunchy fun, feed Fido some frozen green beans as a snack.
Pumpkin, not pumpkin pie
As you may know from our previous post, pumpkins are a verifiable doggie super food. Pureed pumpkin
Yogurt, not ice cream
Though it’s tempting to serve your dog’s Thanksgiving dessert a la mode, ice cream is not pooch friendly! Thankfully, yogurt is a dog-friendly ice cream alternative. Calcium, protein, and live bacteria that can act as probiotics will give your dog a tasty dose of nutrients. Be sure to pick a yogurt with no sugars or artificial sweeteners, or a frozen yogurt made especially for dogs.
The information provided in this article is not a substitute for professional veterinary help.
Blog provided to us by Rover.com. Read the original post from November 27, 2014 here.