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Can Dogs Eat People Food? Healthy Options Revealed

1. Pasta and Rice Mix some into their regular dog food to liven up their meal. Make human food a treat for your dog -- it should be no more than 5% to 10% of their diet. The rest should be dog food, which supplies the nutrients they need. 2. Meat What dog doesn't go on alert when there's meat around? Chicken, turkey, lean ground beef, and chuck steak or roast are animal-based proteins, which help dogs grow strong. A few rules apply: Always cook meat well. Never serve it raw or undercooked. Avoid fatty cuts, including bacon. Cut meat -- and any human food -- into easy-to-chew chunks. Ground meat is fine, too. Old, moldy, or spoiled meats are not OK 3. Vegetables Vegetables give your pup vitamins, fiber, and some canine crunch. Try serving these raw veggies whole, grated or finely chopped: carrot, cucumber, zucchini, lettuce, bell peppers, corn (cut off the cob), and celery. Or steam these favorites: green beans, broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, and hard winter squash. Skip avocado, which can upset their stomach. Don’t give any vegetable or other human food that seems to cause tummy trouble. 4. Treats for Dog-Day Afternoons o cool off a hot dog on a sultry day, give them pet pops. Make them with any food they like, like veggies or applesauce. Freeze the pops in an ice cube tray. Or whip up some peanut butter pops: Mix 1 cup of peanut butter (unsalted is best) with half a mashed, ripe banana or a little water. Drop by spoonfuls onto cookie sheets lined with wax paper and freeze. 5. Bread and Pretzels Bite-sized bits of whole wheat bread are good for their gut health. But don't give them raw dough -- it can cause serious stomach problems. They might also go for some pieces of unsalted pretzel. Just skip the salted kind, which can make them extra thirsty and can cause big problems if they eat a lot. 6. Sweet Treats Except for grapes and raisins, most fruits are OK for your pup. Try slices of fresh banana or apple (without the seeds), chunks of cantaloupe or watermelon, blueberries, or orange sections. Homemade sweet potato jerky can also satisfy a sweet tooth: Scrub and skin sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/2-inch strips. Put the strips on parchment-lined cookie sheets. Bake at 225 F for 3 to 4 hours -- or longer for crunchier treats. Foods to Help the Meds Go Down Some dogs resist taking pills, especially if they’re big or smell bad. To make one go down easier, hide it in a tasty treat -- like peanut butter (check for xylitol if using low-calorie peanut butter -- it can be toxic) or a marshmallow. Make pill time game time if they like to play catch. Toss them a few pieces of what you plan to hide their meds in, one after another, with the pill in one of them. They may swallow it without even knowing it was there. Ground beef and chicken are other good hiding places. If none of these works, it's OK to use a slice of hot dog. Ask your vet for other ideas. 7. Give a Dog a Bone? It's better to stick to chew toys. Chicken and turkey bones aren't safe for dogs, because they can splinter into sharp pieces easily. But what about big lamb or beef bones? Experts say even those aren't a good idea. Bits of raw meat on bones can have disease-causing germs. Even with cooked bones, splinters or large pieces of them can break off. Both can seriously damage your dog's digestive tract. 8. Holiday Foods to Share -- and Skip Too much holiday food is a recipe for doggie distress. But you can give your hound a taste of your celebration. They'll be plenty thankful for tidbits like well-cooked turkey, green beans, and cooked sweet potato in their regular chow. Skip table scraps. They may have ingredients they shouldn't have -- like milk, onions, or garlic. Keep chocolate and cocktails above licking level. Both are toxic.

EliteK9 Training Centre & Pets Elite had our promo event last Saturday the 23rd March 2024. Thank you all for supporting us and for coming. Congratulations to Hannalize van Heerden with Rocco for winning the hamper.

Pup in the Park Promo Day with Pets Elite & EliteK9

EliteK9 Training - Pup in the Park - EliteK9 Training Centre & Pets Elite had our promo event last Saturday the 23rd March 2024. Thank you all for supporting us and for coming. Congratulations to Hannalize van Heerden with Rocco for winning the hamper. Don't miss the next Promo Day in Loevenstein, Deodar Park, Cape Town

EliteK9 Training Centre & Pets Elite had our promo event last Saturday the 23rd March 2024. Thank you all for supporting us and for coming. Congratulations to Hannalize van Heerden with Rocco for winning the hamper.

Puppy & Dog Training Classes – 10 Feb’24

EliteK9 Training Centre Puppy & Dog Training Classes 10th Feb 2024 in Loevenstein

Puppy & Dog Training Classes – 10 Feb’24 was a great success. Congratulations to all the Pups/Dogs & Owners for attending. Book Today! Classes Every Saturday. Remember, if you are in the area, and you see the flags up, our shop with treats is open. Pop in and see what we have available.

Pup in the Park – Meet & Greet 3rd Feb’24

Elite K9 - Puppy Training & Behavioural Consultations 3rd Feb Event - Pup in the Park Meet & Greet Event on the 3rd of February 2024 was a great success. We had our event last Saturday. Had two visitors and 1 joined our classes. Watch the space for future events. Remember, if you are in the area, and you see the flags up, our shop with treats is open. Pop in and see what we have available.

Pup in the Park Meet & Greet Event on the 3rd of February 2024 was a great success. We had our event last Saturday. Had two visitors and 1 joined our classes. Watch the space for future events. Remember, if you are in the area, and you see the flags up, our shop with treats is open. Pop in and see what we have available.

Year End 2023 Training Class

EliteK9 Training Centre are so proud of all those who participated in 2023! Our last classes for the year - It was a Christmas theme and well done to everyone that participated.

EliteK9 Training Centre are so proud of all those who participated in 2023! Our last classes for the year – It was a Christmas theme and well done to everyone that participated.

How To Cool Dogs Down in Summer?

Elite K9 - How To Cool Dogs Down in Summer

How To Cool Dogs Down in Summer? Did you know that dogs overheat so easily in summer, some dogs quicker than other due to coating, nose lengths, etc. this can become fatal. Couple of things you can prevent your dog from overheating this summer: