Food Forbidden For Your Dog At Christmas

When these very endearing parties arrive, in addition to affection, we share food. And it is that we have been several weeks preparing dinners and meals at these parties to be able to enjoy with our family and friends. Among our friends is our dog, so we must remember what types of food are prohibited for him.

As much as we want our friend to be part of the feast we are having, we must take care of his health and show affection in other ways. Therefore, as the title of this article says, we are going to go further. Not only are we going to tell you which foods you cannot give your dog at Christmas, but we are also going to tell you which ones you can make him participate in. Because in my animals you and your pets matter to us.

Forbidden foods for your dog at Christmas

Chocolate

As number 1. It is the prohibited food par excellence, since in addition to the fact that sugar is harmful to the animal, chocolate contains a type of substance called theobromine that can not only harm your dog but can even kill it.

Ice creams

We already know that while you are having dinner, your dog will ask you for everything you are eating. But don’t forget that they just want to eat and eat. It is your responsibility to decide what to give and what not to give. Ice cream is not an option. The high content of cream (dairy product) can do a lot of damage to your animal’s stomach.

Nuts

Forget giving your dog almonds, walnuts or any kind of seed. These are high in phosphorus and can seriously damage your animal’s body. Also, walnuts are toxic to them.

Xylitol

Although it is a substance mostly found in chewing gum, at Christmas there are many baking products that contain it. These also tend to have a high sugar content, something very harmful for your dog.

Avocado

This can be very present in salads or prawn cocktails. Resist the idea of ​​involving your dog in it. Avocado has a substance called Persina that can cause gastrointestinal and respiratory damage in your friend.

Grapes

No no and no. You do not want your dog to participate in the chimes by eating grapes. Cases are known that for only 6 grapes, dogs have suffered from kidney failure. They can cause vomiting and diarrhea, leaving the dog dehydrated and can die in 3 or 4 days.

Onion and garlic

A dog’s stomach is not as prepared as ours for such strong flavors and these two can cause great damage to your animal. Avoid them completely.

The milk products

As in the case of ice cream, milk, yogurt or cheese are prohibited for dogs. In addition to its high lactose content, its excess fat is not beneficial for your body.

Foods that you can give your dog at Christmas

That all the previous list is prohibited to share with your dog, does not mean that there is nothing with which you can give him. Here are some recommendations:

• Sorbets. Make no mistake. We are not talking about the typical champagne sorbet, but about the type of ice cream that is used to make it. It is an ice cream without milk that your animal can eat without problem. Just avoid giving it too cold.

• Fruit. Although you cannot give it grapes, there are other types of fruit such as apple, pineapple or watermelon that can be eaten without problems.
• Turkey. Don’t forget to save a piece of turkey for your best friend. If you have cooked it in the oven instead of in the oven, wash it with water beforehand so that no onion or garlic remains on it.
• Shellfish You cannot give it in excess, but you can give it a prawn, of course, without the shell. The peel can make you constipated. If your dog is a Dalmatian, forget this tip.
• Lactose-free foods. If there is someone lactose intolerant in the family and you have lactose-free foods like cheese, you can give your dog a piece as a gift. You will love it.
• Ham. Nobody rejects a piece of York or Serrano ham. Neither does your dog.

We hope you have a happy holiday surrounded by those who love you, including your dog. And may everyone have a wonderful evening without any mishap.