CHARLESTOWN, R.I., July 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Flush
Havanese knows most dog owners are guilty of sneaking their pooch
food from the dinner table once in a while. Bad habits die hard,
but feeding dogs human food can truly be detrimental to their
health. Read on for four crucial reasons why Fido shouldn't be
eating table scraps.
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1.) Human foods alter the suitable balance
of dietary fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.
Dogs, just like humans, need a balanced diet to stay healthy. By
feeding your dog human food, you can easily create a dietary
imbalance by giving Fido items that are high in fat or
carbohydrates. Commercial dog food that is "complete and balanced"
must follow regulations established by the Association of American
Feed Control Officers. These foods contain the necessary
percentages of fats, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, minerals,
and water that your dog needs to stay healthy. Therefore, there is
no need to supplement their diet with human food. For the most
healthful diet, Royal Flush Havanese recommends Life's Abundance
kibble for your pooch.
2.) Too much protein can lead to kidney
and liver problems.
Most dog owners are guilty of feeding their pup some hamburger
or hot dog on occasion. But too much protein in your dog's diet can
cause kidney and liver problems, harming their overall health and
potentially leading to expensive vet bills. According to PetMD,
this occurs when excess protein is digested, forcing the dog's
liver and kidneys to work harder, leading to nutrient imbalances.
Many people believe that dogs are true carnivores, but in truth,
they are omnivores and require a balanced diet to stay healthy.
Additionally, high protein diets are also high in calories, which
can easily cause weight gain.
3.) It causes obesity.
As mentioned above, human foods tend to be rich in calories and
fat. Therefore, even small portions of nutrient-dense food can take
up the majority of a dog's recommended daily amount. In turn,
eating more calories than are being burned off causes weight gain
and obesity. Obesity can lead to many other health problems in
dogs, including osteoarthritis, high blood pressure, cancer,
respiratory disease, and type 2 diabetes. All of these conditions
are costly to treat, and will require multiple vet trips. Save your
money and your dog's health by feeding him/her quality food meant
specifically for canines.
4.) Many human foods are toxic to
dogs.
Lastly, many foods commonly consumed by humans are actually
toxic to dogs. Just because your dog appears to enjoy eating
something, it doesn't mean it is safe to consume. Some common foods
that can kill canines are apple seeds, avocado, most nuts, garlic,
grapes, chocolate, coffee, Xylitol (a sweetener found in many
foods), and any form of alcohol. Other foods, although not
necessarily toxic, can cause indigestion and constipation.
However, if you still feel inclined to allow your pooch to
indulge in a "dessert" once in a while, Royal Flush Havanese
recommends feeding them Life's Abundance Tasty Rewards Treats.
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