When you have a dog, you know that few dogs can withstand dog treats. Dog owners also love giving their dogs treats. When you go shopping, there will always be something in your shopping bag for your dog.
As a dog owner, you have a good idea of what your dog likes to nibble.
Not every dog treat is healthy for your dog. Go in moderation with dog treats as some of them can, like sweets for kids, be harmful in the long run.
So many treats are available these days, and they all come in different shapes, sizes, colours, and consistencies.
For every great dog treat, there are some basics you need to know. Dog Treats come from different countries, and various countries have other quality control systems. Ensure the dog treat you buy comes from a good background and has a controlled safety standard.
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Dog Treats, when your dog overeats every day, can cause problems to their skin. Sometimes it causes an allergic reaction, or your dog starts to bite and scratch itself frequently.
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You know your dog best, and these are just a few guidelines for being aware of the different dog treats that can be dangerous to your dog.
Most dogs enjoy these treats, including mine.
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However, you must be aware that “greenies” can cause choking. Why?
Dogs who gulp these dog treats, can cause large chunks to lodge in the throat.
Young puppies and dogs prone to “scarfing” food should not eat this treat.
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For this reason, make sure that any rawhide treats you purchase are processed in the United States, where this preservative is forbidden. If you need to find out where a treat originated, wait to buy it!
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Rawhide treats come in different shapes and sizes. If your dog can not eat Rawhide, there are Rawhide-free products available.
Note: Carrageenan– is an ingredient used to keep dog treats moist and appealing. While that may not sound like a bad thing, carrageenan has been linked to cancer and inflammation in canines.
➤Dentley’s® Gourmet Rawhide Stuffed Rolls Dog Treats – Sweet Potato & Chicken
➤ Dentley’s® Rawhide-Free Wrapped Mini Sticks Dog Treats
➤ Nutri Chomps™ Rawhide-Free Braided 6″ Dog Treat
➤ Better Belly Proteins Rawhide Small Dog Treats – Real Venison
Chocolate is a terrible thing to allow dogs to eat. Of course, sometimes dogs get into candy and cake without your knowledge.
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Chocolate contains an ingredient called theobromine. This acts in the canine about the same way caffeine acts in humans. Theobromine can cause kidney failure in dogs. Dark chocolate is particularly rich in theobromine
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SmartBones® Smart Twist Sticks Dog Treat – Chicken
SmartBones® Mini Chews Dog Treat – Peanut Butter
Purina® Busy Bone Small/Medium Dog Treat – Beef
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Four Ingredients to Avoid in Dog Food
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It does not matter what dog treats your dog likes; the treats you give your dog are safe and of good quality. Feed your dog the dog treats in moderation and keep some as a special treat for specific pieces of training and occasions.
Your dog, after all, is part of the family, and if your dog is eating well, he is happy and healthy.
It is the same with your dog. You are as healthy as you eat.
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