This is an old school theory that has stayed with all of us for all these years. If you go down memory lane, you’ll be able to recollect how you used to share your favorite muffins and sandwiches with your school bestie and yet your tummy didn’t feel like an empty space. We all love to share whatever little we have with our loved ones, don’t we? And while doing this, a part of us feels overjoyed. When it comes to our four-foot friends, the joy of sharing just gets multiplied ten folds.

All dog parents know how much we like being with our loved companion, all the time. We go on walks together, play fetching, go hiking, and travel together; so why not have food with them? After all, they’re our companions, and it takes the heart of steel to turn down a pleading wagging tail.

Not all human foods are harmful to dogs. Leaving some exceptions, most of our meals are safe to share with our canines, when fed in a rational quantity. This also means, that the majority (about 90%) of your pooches’ calorie intake should come from their designated meals, and the meals you share with your dog should fulfill no more than 10% of their calorie requirements.

Human Grade Foods You Can Share With Your Four Foot Friends

The key question is, which are foods you can share with your dog? This article briefs you on the meals you and your canine companions can enjoy together.

EGGS

Rich in protein and calcium, and easy-to-digest, eggs are the kind of breakfast you can definitely share with your canines. Raw, cooked or boiled, dogs readily accept them in all forms with joy. There’s a belief that raw eggs may cause salmonella poisoning, so it’s better to avoid them in raw form.

Eggs may cause choking as they can get lodged in their throat. So, keep an eye on your pooch while they’re having their eggy treat.

PASTA

Whole cooked pasta with minimal or no seasoning serves as one of the perfect Sunday morning breakfasts you can have with your four-legged friend. Avoid using onions and garlic as they might cause toxic effects on dogs.

It is recommended to avoid salting pasta when you are preparing them for your doggie love.

CHEESE

If you want to serve your canine with some high-value treats, make it ‘cheesy’. Full of fatty acids, calcium and protein, cheese is loved by dogs of all breeds and ages. Monitor your pup’s calorie intake while feeding with cheese as it is one of the high calorie foods.

Avoid feeding your canine with cheese if it is intolerant to lactose consumption as it may cause stomach upsets.

YOGURT

Natural pro-biotic, filled with protein and calcium, yogurt is an ideal treat to give to your animal companion when it’s hungry. Non-decorated, simple yogurt with no sugar aids in abdominal discomforts.

Ensure that the yogurt does not have artificial sweeteners as they are toxic to dogs.

POPCORN

Popcorns make a perfect low-calorie munch for your four-foot animal companions. Non-buttered, unsalted popcorns are every dog’s favorite snack. They’re a great source of vital nutrients such as fiber, zinc, and manganese.

Watch out for your pooch for choking while they are having a ball with their favorite munch.

FRUITS & VEGETABLES

Lots of fiber and rich in vital nutrients, fruits and vegetables are great sources of vitamins and minerals. Here’s a list of some of the nutritious fruits and veggies you can share with your pet dog:

• Apples
• Asparagus
• Berries
• Bell peppers
• Carrots
• Cucumbers
• Green beans
• Orange
• Lettuce
• Potatoes
• Spinach
• Tomatoes
• Zucchini

OTHERS FOODS

Here are some of the miscellaneous foods you will be willing to share with your doggie friends:

• Rice
• Bread
• Beef
• Chicken
• Salmon
• Peanut Butter
• Fish

In the END,

Barring chocolate, grapes, onion & garlic, xylitol, walnuts, and raisins, along with some other foods that may cause noxious effects on dogs, you may share almost all types of foods you are having with your canine love. Though sharing your meals with your animal love is an exemplary virtue to possess, it is crucial that you don’t get carried away and end up overfeeding the mutt. Always be cautious with the quantity of human food you share with your doggie. Consult with a veterinary nutritionist once in a while to keep your canine’s nutrition quotient reasonably acceptable.