What are some foods safe to feed pets?
With all the potentially toxic people foods out there, it’s helpful to know which foods are safe for cats and dogs. Pet Poison Helpline recommends feeding the following foods which are both safe for pets and are low-calorie options.
- Apples
- Peas
- Green beans
- Popcorn (Hold the butter and salt!)
- Carrots
- Sweet potatoes
- Zucchini and summer squash
- Winter squash
- Ice chips (Freeze cubes of diluted beef or chicken broth for a real frozen treat!)
- Lettuces
- Blueberries
Published on September 23, 2011
Categorized under: Pet Safety Tips
How can popcorn be good when corn itself can cause stomach problems in cats?
Well, S, you’re right in that some cats can’t handle vegetable proteins at all. As cats are carnivorous, they typically should get their diet from animal-based protein (e.g., meat). While I won’t get into the pet food industries using a lot of veggie proteins for cats, a majority of cats do handle (“tolerate”) them well. That said, our cats have likely evolved to tolerate certain snacks like popcorn. I use this more for dogs as a low-fat, light snack to make them feel full. My cat personally has discriminating taste and won’t eat popcorn to save his life!
Our local doggy day care trainer says our puppy can have peanut butter but I don’t see it on any list of “ok” foods for dogs. Is it in fact alright for them to have?
It’s not on our ideal recommended list – while it’s safe to stuff into Kongs for hours of dog entertainment, it’s loaded with calories for dogs. Being that 40-60% of pets in America are obese, we don’t want to contribute to the cause! Also, some dogs predisposed to pancreatitis – inflammation of the pancreas – can be triggered by fatty foods such as meat scraps and peanut butter. Breeds include Shelties, miniature schnauzers, Yorkies, etc. When in doubt, check with your veterinarian. But fear not, it’s not “poisonous” per se!
My dog loves tomatoes
What about bananas, our Shih Tzu loves them.(I guess I should have inquired be-4 giving her some.)
Does anyone know if ananas are ok or not?
bananas
Bananas are OK in moderation!
My parents had a dog that loved chocolate and beer. They would give her the last drops of beer out of their bottles. She was never given chocolate, but she often managed to get into it. She died of old age.
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