Having your dog give you puppy eyes whenever you eat your food is definitely hard to resist, so here are some foods which are okay to give your dog! First of all, dogs are carnivorous, meaning the primary component of their diet should be meat. However, they aren’t only meat-eating, dogs can eat fruits and vegetables as well. When deciding on your dog’s diet, it should primarily revolve around these foods.
Proteins
All meat should be cooked and bones should be removed to avoid any choking hazards. It is also important to note that not all dogs are able to take lactose. Here is a list of what’s suitable:
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Pork
- Lean beef
- Fish (salmon and sardine are especially good for dogs)
- Cheese (cottage cheese and hard cheese in moderation are safe)
- Yogurt (acceptable in moderation)
Fruits
Fruits are high in sugar and should be given in moderation.
- Banana
- Blueberries
- Apples
- Seedless watermelon
Vegetables
- Carrots
- Sweet potatoes
- Green beans
- Broccoli
- Green peas
Grains
Foods that are high in fiber are not good for dogs with high energy requirements, and dogs who are young and growing.
- Corn
- Quinoa
- Oatmeal
- Rice
- Bread (small amounts of plain bread are okay)
Others
- Peanut butter (must not contain xylitol or added sugar)
- Coconut
- Honey
- Popcorn
Unsafe Foods
- Chocolate
- Grapes
- Raisins
- Onions
- Garlic
- Avocados
- Lemon and limes
- Coffee and tea (it is unsafe for dogs to consume anything with caffeine)
- Food/chewing gum containing Xylitol
- Macadamia nut
- Foods with high sodium including bacon
- Cinnamon (it can irritate their mouth)
