The easiest way to boost your dog’s fiber intake is to add a high fiber food to their meals. The most commonly reached for item is pumpkin. It’s readily available as canned pumpkin. Smaller dogs will only need about a tablespoon added to their meals while larger dogs may need up to a quarter cup. As with any diet change in dogs, it’s recommended to start slowly, so if you have a large or giant breed, start with a smaller amount of pumpkin and slowly work your way up to a quarter cup. Green beans are another whole food that can be a great fiber source. Raw green beans are less digestible but they can be steamed for easier digestion. Obviously make sure they are sufficiently cooled before giving to your dog. Alternatively, frozen green beans are also a great option. Similar to pumpkin, smaller breed dogs may only need about a tablespoon (you can chop them up for easier measuring) while larger breed dogs can have a quarter cup. Sweet potatoes are another fantastic option for natural...
Usually dogs owners have the tendenct to share the food to their dogs. Sharing the food to dogs is good, but some human foods that are good for humans are not good for dogs health. Xylitol: This compound is an artificial sweetener used in the preparation of toothpaste, candies, baked foods, and gums that is injurious to the dog’s health. It can cause hypoglycemia and dysfunction of the liver. Alcohol: Alcohol is injurious to the liver and brain of the dog in a similar way as it affects humans. Dog’s internal organs are more sensitive than those of humans, so dogs are more prone to side effects of alcohol. Common adverse effects of alcohol in dogs include diarrhea, breathing problems, coma, and death. Onions and Garlic: Onions and garlic cause the destruction of red blood cells in dogs that result in anemia. You should keep onions and garlic away from your dog. Signs of toxicity of onion and garlic include vomiting, breathing issues, and weakness.