Babies and puppies have many things in common—they both poop and sleep more than almost anything else. They both need a lot of attention and will cry if they don’t get it. And they both put almost everything in their mouths. However, when it comes to puppies, you may not have as good of an idea of what is and isn’t safe for them to consume, so the experts at Germantown Vet have compiled a quick list of some household things your puppy can and can’t eat.
Things Your Puppy CAN Eat
There are many things your puppy can eat and will most likely really enjoy! Here are a few common ones:
- Peanut butter
- Bananas
- Cooked chicken
- Rice
- Cooked eggs
- Salmon
- Baby carrots
- Pumpkin
- Tuna
- Plain yogurt
- Oatmeal
- Sweet potatoes
- Broccoli
- Green beans
- Corn
- Apple slices
- Cranberries
- Pineapple
Things Your Puppy CAN’T Eat
There are many household items that are actually toxic for your pup. Here are a few things your puppy cannot eat:
- Chocolate
- Avocado
- Grapes & raisins
- Mushrooms
- Coffee
- Small bones (chicken, fish, etc.)
- Macadamia nuts
- Raw fish or meat
- Onions
- Garlic
- Salt
- Alcohol
- Mold
- Plums
- Peaches
- Poinsettia plants
- Lantana plants
- Xylitol (sweetener in many candies and gums)
- Daffodil plants
- Hyacinth plants
- Oleander plants
- Foxglove plants
- Iris plants
- Lily-of-the-Valley plants
What to Do If Your Puppy Eats Something Toxic
If you believe your pet has eaten something toxic, give us a call and visit our animal hospital immediately. Many toxins are incredibly dangerous to your pet, and it’s important to act fast. Our trained and experienced veterinarians are prepared to handle virtually any issue you may have with your new puppy.
Contact us online or by phone at 240-252-7467240-252-7467 to learn more about what your puppy can and can’t eat!
Learn More About Being a New Pet Owner
Bringing a pet into your home is an exciting time—but it also brings a lot of new responsibilities. You need to make sure your pet is happy and healthy at all times, and the experts at Germantown Vet are here to help!
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