GOOD FOR YOU, BAD FOR THEM
The People Foods That Are Toxic to Dogs Dogs love people food. And even though we know we shouldn’t give it to them, it’s sometimes difficult to resist their cute little faces.
vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach ulcers. Even when medical intervention isn’t necessary, you don’t want to deal with the cleanup, so bland is better.
Onions Tasty though they may be to us, the entire onion family is
Clien th ts e SWpr o e r a d ding Spicy and Salty Foods Did you know that too much salt can give dogs tremors and seizures — and even result in a coma? Meanwhile, spicy foods can cause Chocolate This is the most well-known doggie no-no, but it bears repeating. Chocolate contains theobromine, which canines can’t metabolize properly. While dark chocolate is more dangerous than milk chocolate, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Keep all chocolates and candies out of your dog’s reach. In truth, small, occasional table scraps usually won’t hurt your pooch — making it a regular occurrence is what poses a problem. But there are some foods you should never give your dog, no matter how big their eyes get. The following foods are toxic and can even be deadly in a high enough dose.
dangerous to dogs. Garlic, chives, leeks, and every type of onion can damage your dog’s red blood cells and cause anemia. Worse, many prepared foods contain these ingredients without you even realizing it. You must know what’s in any food you give your dog, so only offer what you’ve personally cooked.
Common Fruits and Vegetables While some produce is safe and even healthy for dogs, others can cause serious illnesses. Experts don’t know why grapes are incredibly toxic to dogs, but they can cause kidney failure, even in small amounts.
Large amounts of broccoli are harmful, and avocados are poisonous to pups. Mushrooms can cause a host of adverse reactions. Never give your dog fruits and vegetables unless you’re sure they’re safe. This list of dangerous foods is not comprehensive, so it’s best to avoid giving your dog food from your table unless your veterinarian has given the okay. Most importantly, call your veterinarian immediately for instructions if your dog accidentally gets into any toxic foods. Swift intervention might make all the difference.
Valentine’s Day Dog Treats Inspired by PrettyFluffy.com
Marsha Gill Chris Hearing Aimee Olson Naomi Brown
Alisha Love-Buchser Kevin Parks Joe DeCanto
Celebrate your four-legged valentine this month with these adorable and delicious treats!
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup dried cranberries 3–4 tbsp coconut flour
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2 eggs
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1 tbsp coconut oil
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 325 F. 2. In a small bowl, beat eggs and set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, coconut oil, and dried cranberries. 4. Once combined, pour in eggs and mix with your hands. (The dough will be very wet.) 5. Add coconut flour 1 tbsp at a time; mix well after each addition. You want to achieve a consistency that is easy to roll, is not super sticky, and easily forms a ball. 6. Roll out dough and cut treats using bite-size cookie cutters. Tip: Sprinkle a little coconut flour on top of your dough to keep it from sticking to the cookie cutters. 7. On a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, place your treats. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until crisp. Let cool before giving to your pooch!
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