Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Natural And Delicious Homemade Dogs Treats You Have To Know About

By Geraldine Dimarco


Commercial products are much more convenient nowadays. If this is so, why do experts and experienced dog owners still subscribe to the thought that natural dog treats are still a better alternative? It is because of the fact that you will have better health the less chemicals and preservatives you have in your system. It is the same way with us humans.

Fortunately despite what some people say, homemade dog treats are not as challenging as it would sound like to some. If you're thinking a dirty kitchen with remnants of canine food and a burning stove- you can stop right there because that's not what it's going to be like. If you plan your culinary activity well, making these treats should be uncomplicated and easy to do.

OK, let's begin. You might be asking-- what should I know about natural dog treats? Well, before anything else, understand that natural does not mean you can feed anything that grows out of a plant or ground to the animal. There are some things that might be beneficial to human beings but are really bad for the canine.

Take for instance the tomato plant. Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins; however, it also contains a substance called atropine. Now, atropine might be harmless to us humans, but it causes erratic heartbeat, tremors and dilated pupils in canines. The highest concentration of atropine is found in the stems and leaves of tomatoes.

Be very careful of the fruits that you include in the dog's meals. Cherries, apricots and apples are fine but make sure you remove the seeds and pits of these completely. The seeds are full of cyanogenic glycosides, a compound which produces cyanide poisoning. Ingesting avocados and grapes will also induce vomiting and diarrhea for the animal as it contains harmful toxins that may damage his organs.

When looking for food to give to your pet, always check the ingredients if it contains the stuff that can harm him. Don't be discouraged by the number of things you are not able to use-there are so much more possible food to choose from. You can create some really great snacks when you get down to it. These delicacies are an excellent method to reward him for good behavior and perfectly executed commands.

Now, what are some of the things that we can serve the dog? Generally, all kinds of meat are fine-- just make sure you chop them up well. If you are cooking them, remove the bones because they present a choking hazard to the animal. Organ meat in small quantities are beneficial to their health. Make use of healthy vegetables like corn, green beans, and carrots as well.

Remember, homemade dog treats are not supposed to be boring. Make it interesting by infusing it with spices and yummy flavors that you know your pet will love. Take care in monitoring their calorie intake-obese dogs are more susceptible to certain diseases. Go ahead and plan fantastic treats for your furry friend-a happy and healthy dog is waiting for you.




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