What's a Donut to a Dog? Decoding Human Food Treats in Dog Terms

In partnership with Royal Canin

Date
12 Dec

Treats can be used to strengthen the bond you share with your pet, but be careful! Some treats can be very calorie-dense which can lead to weight gain. 

Dogs often receive human food as treats, but did you know that even in small quantities, human food can represent a large percentage of your pet’s daily calorie requirement? It can feed to overfeeding without you realising.

These are some treats that can lead to overfeeding your dog.

Treas compared to donuts

 

Remember that treats should account for no more than 10% of your pet's daily energy needs.And don’t give your dog grapes, raisins, onions or chocolate, all of which can cause serious health problems in dogs.