Human food can make for an excellent treat for dogs, but should only comprise a small part of their daily diet and be low in fat content.
Scrambled eggs provide an excellent source of protein, calcium, riboflavin and selenium while cooked green beans offer both fiber and vitamin C content.
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Eggs
Eggs are an excellent source of protein-rich food and offer many essential vitamins and minerals, along with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids which may aid in maintaining heart, joint, and skin health.
Cooked eggs can be enjoyed by both dogs and cats when prepared according to proper safety standards, with all yolks, shells, and any unwanted parts removed prior to serving them boiled, scrambled or simply sprinkled atop food meals.
However, while eggs can be an excellent human food source for dogs, too much may cause obesity and lead to health conditions like pancreatitis. If in doubt about any food choices for your pups or cats, contact your veterinarian for advice before feeding anything to them.
Green Beans
Green beans make an excellent alternative treat for overweight dogs that will help them feel full. Puppies also love them thanks to their crunchy starchy texture and mild flavor!
Green beans offer many nutritious benefits; however, they should never replace a well-rounded diet in terms of nutrition. A sole reliance on green beans could result in deficiencies of proteins, amino acids, essential fatty acids and weight loss which leads to deficiencies of key vitamins and minerals.
Green beans may be given to dogs in small quantities, provided they do not contain onions or garlic and are cut into smaller pieces for easier choking prevention. If your pup doesn’t seem interested, try carrots or broccoli as other possible options, just be sure to consult your veterinarian first as not all human foods can be tolerated by canines in large doses.
Cooked Chicken
Wild dogs are omnivores, so it should come as no surprise that they would consume chicken as well. Chicken provides plenty of essential proteins, vitamins and minerals and is easily digestible; making it the ideal addition to their complete and balanced diet or even helping soothe an upset stomach.
When feeding your dog boiled chicken, make sure that it has been fully cooked and all bones have been removed before giving. Raw chicken bones may splinter and cause blockages or punctures within their digestive systems as well as present choking hazards.
When feeding shredded chicken to your pup, beware of adding any extra fats or oils, which could add calories that can lead to weight gain and digestive issues. Instead, pair it with nutritious whole food for maximum nutrition benefits for optimal dog health.
Pumpkin
Pumpkin is one of the most easily recognized orange foods, boasting high amounts of beta-carotene – an antioxidant known for helping eliminate cell-damaging free radicals linked to cancer and other illnesses – from your body. Incorporating pumpkin into daily eating regimen can also provide your eyes with essential vitamin A needed to prevent night blindness and degeneration while providing other vitamins such as Vitamin C, iron phosphorus zinc folate.
Pumpkin can help dogs ease constipation or diarrhea due to its high fiber content, drawing water into the bowels to promote healthy stools. If your dog’s bowel movements do not seem normal, please seek guidance from a veterinarian immediately. It is also wise to speak to them first when adding “people food” into their diet as their nutritional needs may differ significantly from humans’ needs. Finally, always ensure your dog has access to plenty of cool fresh water when eating high fiber foods such as pumpkin.
