Dear Dr. John,
With the vacations upon us, I would like assist in the controversy with my household about what we can provide to our new Havanese pet. He has been with us for nearly two months, principally eats simply his common dry pet food however a number of relations have taken to giving him all kinds of treats from their plates. He has had some eggs, bacon, French toast and totally different meat cuts at dinner. There have been a number of instances of diarrhea. I’ve heard of all kinds of do’s and don’ts through the years so what do you advocate as protected to present him over the subsequent few weeks of the vacation season? Thanks. F.S.
Dear F.S.,
This letter will probably be revealed a number of days after Thanksgiving however with the attainable consumption of leftovers by all, it’s value masking the subject. Turkey in small quantities could be protected supplied that it isn’t seasoned and has no pores and skin on it. The fatty pores and skin tastes nice however can set off pancreatitis. Plain objects are OK to present comparable to apples, inexperienced beans, pumpkin, candy potato, and carrots. Just make sure that all cooked meals usually are not seasoned because the salts and spices may cause issues. Avoid desserts and sweets particularly if they’ve xylitol in them or something with chocolate.
Onions and garlic can set off anemia and raisins and grapes have tartaric acid that may set off vomiting, diarrhea, and kidney harm and even failure. Avoiding stuffing and casseroles that may include these elements could be prudent. Some households select hams or beef. Ham could be salty inflicting points whereas beef, if too fatty, can as effectively. Bones are to be prevented.
With a small canine like yours, very small items of the protected meals may be tremendous however be sure all within the family know what has been given to the canine, so folks don’t double up. Also be aware of leaving issues out the place the pet may entry them. As for what he has already been given, eggs and small cuts of meats with little fats are in all probability acceptable. Bacon is simply too fatty and the French toast may be OK supplied there may be little spices and syrup. I want you, your loved ones, and the pet a cheerful vacation season!
Dr. John de Jong owns and operates the Boston Mobile Veterinary Clinic.He could be reached at 781-899-9994
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