{"id":59,"date":"2015-08-20T21:48:52","date_gmt":"2015-08-21T01:48:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyhillsvets.com\/blog\/?p=59"},"modified":"2024-04-03T12:26:04","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T19:26:04","slug":"just-one-bite-understanding-pet-safe-foods-and-avoiding-toxins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyhillsvets.com\/blog\/just-one-bite-understanding-pet-safe-foods-and-avoiding-toxins\/","title":{"rendered":"Just One Bite: Understanding Pet Safe Foods and Avoiding Toxins"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Slice<\/span>You are in the kitchen and suddenly glance over to see \u201cthe look\u201d \u2013 the one that just begs for a bite of your sandwich or a dollop of those cheesy potatoes. Our pets are experts at begging, and we often feel compelled to give in. But, what people foods are pet safe foods?<\/span><\/p>\n

Because of the health complications associated with pet obesity, many pet owners have become wary of feeding their pets the occasional people food items. In general, this is a wise approach. Many foods we eat can be toxic to pets and cause other problems, such as pancreatitis, to arise. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, not all foods we eat are bad for our pets. Many actually are nutritious options, consistent with ingredients in healthy pet foods.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Simple List of Pet Safe Foods<\/span><\/h3>\n

Just like us, our pets have preferences in what they enjoy eating. This list is not a comprehensive one, and many of these items may not go over with Princess the cat or Rolly the dog. <\/span><\/p>\n

Keep in mind, too, that moderation is the key to any type of diet. Many pets become overweight simply because they have been fed more than the recommended daily portions of pet food. <\/span><\/p>\n

Consider these items an occasional treat or snack, and limit how much is given based on the size of your pet and recommendations from your pet\u2019s <\/span>nutritional consultation<\/span><\/a> (which we offer here at Beverly Hills Veterinary Associates).<\/span><\/p>\n