People Food for Your Dog

After posting a few times about what not to feed your dog, I thought it was time to post a bit about which “people foods” are actually good for your dog. Feel free to use any of the items listed here as an occasional treat for your four-legged friend:

1. Raw, unsalted peanut butter is a favorite treat for a lot of dogs. It’s a good source of protein, vitamin B, niacin and vitamin E.

2. Add some cooked chicken or salmon to your dog’s regular food to give him a little extra protein boost. If you ever find that you don’t have any dog food on hand, you can feed your dog chicken instead.

3. Low or reduced fat cheese can make a great treat for your dog if he isn’t lactose intolerant. If you are not sure about this, you should keep an eye on your dog’s reaction the first time you give him some cheese. You also don’t want to over-feed your dog cheese since it can be high in fat and cholesterol. A good choice here is cottage cheese.

4. Vegetables, such as baby carrots and green beans, are great sources of fiber. They also don’t contain a lot of calories. Just make sure that they don’t have any added salt.

5. Fruits, such as pumpkin or apple slices, are also good sources of vitamin A and fiber, which is good for your dog’s digestion. Before you give him an apple, make sure to remove the seeds and the core so he doesn’t choke.

6. Breakfast foods like eggs and oatmeal are also great for fiber and protein. They will help your dog if he has any problems with his bowels. Just make sure you cook them before serving.

7. Yogurt is high in calcium and protein but make sure that it doesn’t contain any sugar or artificial sweetener.