[CARE TIPS] Pets in Dubai should not eat table scraps

Feeding your pets in Dubai table scraps is a topic that has mixed reactions with the pet community in Dubai. Some say it's okay to give pets table scraps in moderation, while vets explain that table scraps can be toxic for the pet and totally unnecessary. However, one of the most talked about topics is that feeding your pet table scraps can lead to obesity and other health related issues, in dogs especially and also the fact that food scraps can be toxic to the pet. This is the reason that a popular pet store in Dubai insists that pet owners feed their dogs pet food and pet treats.

If you like indulging your pet dog with table scraps, do so in moderation. Over feeding your dog table scraps, can really lead to health problems which can be lethal for the pet. Also the pet will have bad table manners and behave badly, especially when you have guests, so make sure to set the limits with table scraps. To avoid any problems at the table share the food like you would do with any other treat, away from the table and not during meal times. Set a rule to give your dog not more than just a few handfuls. Don't rely on table scraps as a wholesome meal for your dog as they are not a balanced diet. A dog's digestive system is very sensitive and can have a lot of problems if they are overfed and eat table food that are high in fat. This is a very common condition that Beagles in Dubai face, says a well known vet in Dubai, especially around the holidays where dogs have eaten too much table food, especially fed by unsuspecting groups of children at the table vying for the dog's attention.

Another factor to keep in mind is to use common sense when feeding table food to your dog. Only feed food that is healthy. Avoid feeding food with oil in it such as Chinese food or pizza. Dogs who eat too much fatty food get pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas with symptoms that range from mild discomfort to a blood infection and internal bleeding. Some healthy food that can be fed to a dog include fresh fruit, veggies, and lean meats. Never give your dog, food that is toxic for them such as chocolate, raisins, foods with small bones such as chicken wings and greasy food such as pasta and French fries. Dogs don't eat the same portion of food as humans, give them smaller portions.

If you are not sure if the type of table food is good for your dog, then go with your gut feeling and don't offer it. You should make sure to share table treats to the dog that is healthy and makes the dog happy

Do avoid letting your dog indulge in food scraps that suddenly appear outside the home or is shared by a neighbor. These foods can be contaminated with toxins that is harmful for the dog and may also be old and stale.

So the next time you see the puppies for sale in Dubai sign and you know it's a reliable pet store, drop in and buy them some doggie treats instead of letting them indulge in table scraps. Most pet stores do have a variety of doggie treat to keep your pet's taste buds flowing.

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