Alternative Dog/Cat Treats

          I often talk to my clients about what treats they can give their furry friend. Over the counter treats often hide a massive amount of calories. So what else can you give them that won’t hurt them? I am so happy you asked!! Cats have fewer options because they are generally pickier than dogs. However, whatever I place in either the dog and/or cat section can be given to both species if they will eat it.

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Dog Alternative Treats

• Carrots
• Green Beans
• Peas – refrigerated or frozen
• Cucumbers
• Blueberries
• Strawberries
• Bananas
• Sweet potatoes
• Frozen peanut butter
• Frozen fat-free cream cheese

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Cat Alternative Treats

• Tuna – canned or pouched (without flavoring)
• Salmon or other cooked fish
• Small amounts of cheese (this also hides a lot of calories)

Foods to Avoid

• Avocado
• Chocolate/Coffee
• Citrus
• Grapes/Raisins
• Macadamia nuts or nuts in general
• A large amount of milk/dairy (a small amount is fine)
• Onions, Garlic, and Chives or foods cooked with these
• Raw or undercooked meat and bones
• Raw eggs
• Salty foods
• Anything containing the sweetener Xylitol (gum, some peanut butter, suckers, toothpaste, etc.)

If you would like to know why you should not feed the above foods, check out my Holiday Horrors blog!

As always, please comment with any questions you have. I look forward to chatting with you!!