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Holiday Tips
By cuzzy | December 13, 2005
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Thought For The Week
What not to feed your dog this Christmas, as well as some good Christmas treats to consider, are the thoughts for this week. Positively green vegetables will help boost the dogs immune system. Fruits may not be as good as vegetables, since some are quite acidic (as well as sugary) and can affect a sensitive dog’s skin or digestive system. Everyone is tempted to feed the dog scraps from the Christmas dinner, but keep in mind that very fatty food scraps can cause pancreatitis. The occasional scrap is okay, but use common sense, too. Definite no-nos are raisins and grapes. A small handful can cause kidney failure. Chocolate, of course, is a scourge and can cause heart failure. Milk chocolate is not as dangerous but is still not advisable. As for the specially prepared dog chocolates, the theobromine is removed, but if it contains milk and/or sugar, keep it away from your overweight pet. Cows milk, of course, most dogs lose an ability to digest with age. Goats milk is a very viable alternative, particularly for puppies. We realize it is tempting to indulge your pet, particularly at holiday time, but the reality of the situation and the best idea is to feed as usual during this time of the year and don’t give in to your own indulgences. In the long run, your dog will be far better off. •
I think my dog is enough of a chocolate that he does not need any this holiday season anyways.
have a great day
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