Why you shouldn’t feed your dog table scraps

Your dog might do anything for just a taste of what’s on your plate. Some of us can’t resist that cute face, but sneaking fido that food could lead to more than you bargained for.

Some dogs, like Jackon, will have pancreatitis, according to Dr. Genevieve Wisdom from Southeast Veterinary Specialists.

“The pancreas is the organ that sits right next to the stomach, and it produces enzymes that help you digest your food,” explains Dr. Wisdom. “Sometimes when they get a really rich meal like steak or something that is abnormal for them their pancreas will get irritated.”

Sounds like a simple stomach ache, but it can be much worse.

“Pancreatitis can be a range of extremes. We certainly have some dogs in the hospital for 7 or 8 days with pancreatitis. With really severe pancreatitis sometimes we even have to put in a feeding tube to help them through it.”

Most pups, though, just require fluids, nausea medicine and rest … and eventually more food, but this time … their food!

“Good to stick with dog foods feeding your animals. If you have to feed your animals people food, feed them bland food. No sugars, or butters or oils. Try to stick with bland boiled chicken and rice.”

And if you just can’t resist knocking off a piece of rich steak from the table?

” I definitely can’t recommend that, but if you are feeding table scraps keep an eye on how your dog is feeling, whether they’re lethargic, whether they’re wanting to eat normal food, how much water they’re drinking. Certainly vomiting and diarrhea are both an abnormal sign that you should seek some medical help for.”

What to feed a dog prone to pancreatitis? - Ask A Pet Pro

I adopted a 7 year old beagle mix about 3 weeks ago. I had to rush her to the vet the other day because she got very sick. Turns out she has pancreatitis. She’s doing somewhat better and I have her on a diet of rice, chicken, chicken broth and a little baby food.

When she gets better what should I feed her? Anyone have any experience with this?

Mona

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What not to feed them : Dogs

Bailey – Authors Own

While the urge to hand your dog leftover food and throw them down a scrap or two from your plate at dinner time is not uncommon , it is important to take note that as well as this increasing chances of obesity and undesirable begging behaviours from your pet, a number of food substances can be toxic to your dog. Here is a short list outlining just some of the risk foods:

1.Grapes & Raisins:
In recent years these have been found to be toxic to dogs and lead to kidney failure, all though the reasons why are not yet known.

2.Onions and Garlic:
The toxins present in these break down red blood cells in dogs and in turn can lead to anaemia. These are ingredients found in a lot of foods including gravy so it is vital to keep them away from your pet.

3.Dairy products:
As with cats, dairy products when given to dogs can cause diarrhoea and dehydration so you should always be careful with this.

4.Fatty meats & bones:
It is vital to take care with meat as dogs can easily choke on bits of bone and in addition the bone can splinter inside their digestive tract causing serious harm. The fat and grizzle on meat in large quantities can lead to pancreatitis so if you wish to give your dog leftover meat ensure it is cooked properly, bone free and fat free.

5.Chocolate, Candy and gums:
These are all very harmful to dogs and in large quantities can be lethal. Xylitol, and ingredient found in many sweets can disturb insulin levels in dogs leading to liver failure. Theobromine found in chocolate is poisonous to dogs and this is why chocolate should always be avoided.

6.Caffeine:
Caffeine is like poison to a dog and should at all times be avoided. It is present in coffee, tea, chocolate and a number of soft drinks.

7.Alcohol:
While this one may seem obvious there are still pet owners that slip their dogs a bit of alcohol now and again. Due to their lower body weight and different metabolisms this should be avoided as it doesn’t take much to cause alcohol poisoning in dogs.

8.Yeast dough:
When digested by animals yeast dough can expand in their stomach and cause unease and digestive issues. In turn the yeast can produce alcohol in the dog’s stomach leading to a possibility of alcohol poisoning. Bread is ok to give to dogs in very small quantities as a treat.

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