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Behavior of dogs that we do not understand. Do they do it for a joke?

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Behavior of dogs that we do not understand. Do they do it for a joke?


The dog can not tell us that something is wrong with him. I mean, he can’t convey it in words. But he tries to do it differently – through his behavior. Each of us knows his dog, so he should notice that he suddenly begins to make strange movements. It’s worth telling your vet. We suggest what the most common – strange-looking – behavior of dogs can mean.

Strange dog behavior – the most common causes

Disease penetrating the body
You will need to work with a veterinarian. However, thanks to observing our pet and knowledge of his normal behavior we will quickly realize that something is wrong with him …

Living under stress
Sometimes we are unable to communicate with the dog and act in an irrational way for him. And he doesn’t know what we want from him and he feels threatened. And then he behaves strangely …

Boredom and frustration
Dogs need to run out and fulfill their natural needs: sniffing, meeting other dogs, working with us. If we provide them with this, they will be less likely to surprise us with their behavior.

A spinning problem

This strange behavior of dogs happens to them at all ages, but often it starts already in puppyhood. The dog, to the amusement of people watching him, begins to chase its own tail, spinning around and trying to catch it. It looks funny and cute. In the meantime, this could be the beginning of trouble. Dogs endowed with considerable temperament and not very able to cope with their own emotions in this way try to relieve too much nervous tension – and discover that it works! The problem is that this behavior often turns into an embarrassing habit that repeats every time a pooch gets upset or worried. The worst, when in these hunts for his own tail begins to be successful, catching it with his teeth, and finally damaging its tip. Even if he fails, it’s better not to ignore these dog dances. An animal that reacts to life problems in this way, cannot control itself and becomes unbalanced.

How to deal with such behavior? Certainly you can’t scold a dog for them – because since the source of the problem is anxiety and a sense of uncertainty, we are unlikely to improve the pet’s well-being by shouting at him. It is better to distract him every time so that he does not manage to get into the tail. A moment of fun in dragging an old sock or the interest in a pooch hidden behind a chair leg delicacy can work wonders!

For sledges, bitches and dogs!

Who of the dog owners does not know this view? Our pet sits down and begins to move vigorously on his ass, as if he was sledding – hence the name of this behavior: „sledging”. There are videos on YouTube where unaware guardians capture the „funny” behavior of their dogs, without realizing that they should rather run to the vet as soon as possible … for funds for deworming or to clean the animal’s perianal glands. Most often, dogs try to cope with this persistent itching caused by helminth or clogging of these glands. This behavior can also be a symptom of other problems: skin changes (e.g. ringworm) or inflammation. So when we see our dog sledding, we must visit the clinic!

Pucyłap – paw cleaner

Seemingly nothing happens: our pet sits calmly and carefully licks his paws – a cleaner from it! That’s what the owners thought now treating their pets from hard to heal wounds. Persistent licking your paws is a dangerous habit. Most often it is a disease of active and intelligent dogs that do not have enough movement and activity. Passivity and lack of opportunities to develop, drive such a dog in a shame, and licking allows him to calm down a bit, gives the appearance of commitment, which he lacks so much. Gradually, licking becomes something of a drug, the dog does it more often, of course, to the detriment of his own skin. There are defects in the fur, redness, and then abrasions of the epidermis. In extreme cases, dogs earn extra wounds that cannot be healed. They will scar a little and the animal will lick it again.

Sometimes the dog licks carpets instead of paws, rugs on the walls, pillows. Often on such an occasion he swallows large amounts of threads or small pieces of fabric that clump into felt puffs in his digestive tract, causing problems. The first thing we should do when we notice that our pet has such a problem is to jump out of the slippers and put on hiking boots … Solid dog fatigue can help, but – especially when the pet has been doing it for a long time – it is not always enough. Then you need the help of a specialist in animal behavior.

Head against the wall

What other dog behaviors do we not understand? What a thinker! – the owners of a quadruped laugh, which looks like he has fallen into deep reflection, leaning against the wall with his forehead. Yes, it looks funny, but it should worry us a lot. This is not your dog’s normal behavior and his most common causes are severe illness. There is a danger that the dog suffers from brain cancer or damage after injury. This behavior can also be caused by neurological disorders after poisoning with heavy metals (e.g. lead) or toxins circulating in the body that the sick dog’s liver could not neutralize.

If our dog had a tendency to this behavior from an early age, it is possible that he suffers from a congenital defect – single-chamber forebrains. In each of these cases, there will be no tedious and complicated diagnostics. The worst thing is that – as veterinarians say – putting the head to the wall is most often caused by tremendous pain. And yet none of us would want his pet to suffer!

Author: Paulina Łukaszewska

Garlic for a dog. Can a dog eat garlic?

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Garlic for a dog. Can a dog eat garlic?


Garlic is a great addition to many meat and pasta dishes. You can also season a pizza or sandwich sauce with this aromatic plant. It is widely regarded as a natural antibiotic with many health-promoting properties. Can our dog eat garlic?

What does garlic contain?

Garlic is a plant with valuable health properties. It contains many medicinal substances – flavonoid compounds, saponins, mucous compounds, vitamins C, B1, B2, PP, numerous mineral salts, antioxidants and rare microelements, such as cobalt, chromium and nickel. It is also rich in essential oils, which not only give it a specific smell, but also have a strong antiviral effect. It is recommended as an addition to the diet for people in the autumn and winter and for people with reduced immunity. Regular consumption of garlic also supports weight loss and reduces the risk of heart attack and strokes. It is also credited with antiparasitic activity – eating one clove of garlic every day is to help fight tapeworms, pinworms or roundworms. Should such a healthy plant be included in the diet of a home quadruped?

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Can a dog eat garlic?

Not everything that is good for people will also be healthy for the dog! Despite the health-promoting properties, garlic is not a suitable supplement to the four-legged pet’s daily diet. Thiosulphates contained in garlic and onions are not harmful to humans. However, if found in the dog’s body, they can lead to very serious health problems by damaging red blood cells. This leads to hemolytic anemia, the symptoms of which are paleness of the mucous membranes, rapid breathing, drowsiness and dark urine. Garlic can also cause digestive problems in a dog: vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, stomach ache and dehydration.

Studies have shown that severe poisoning in dogs only occurs after eating a very large amount of garlic. The toxic dose is 15-30 g per kg of dog’s body weight. This means that a 20 kg pooch would have to eat almost half a kilo of garlic to get seriously poisoned! However, it is important to remember that sensitivity to toxic substances is an individual matter. It also depends on factors such as the pet’s age or state of health – in particular, the internal organs responsible for cleansing the body of toxins.

Garlic supplements – are they toxic to dogs?

There are many garlic-based supplements for dogs on the pet market. According to their producers, such supplements are not only completely safe, but also support the health of your pets by protecting them against ticks and internal parasites. They are also supposed to increase the general immunity of the dog’s body and prevent bacterial infections. However, their health-promoting effects are not clearly confirmed by research. The content of garlic in these preparations is fortunately so low that for a healthy adult dog it should not be harmful, as long as we do not exceed their dosage.

Author: Aleksandra Prochocka

In the city or in the countryside – where dogs live better?

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In the city or in the countryside - where dogs live better?


We often associate dog life in the countryside with chain, sleeping in a kennel or life spent only in the garden. A nightmare, right? However, not every pooch in the countryside has a bad time! A huge part of the four-legged friends are home pets that sleep on the couch and go for long walks into the woods or run on the meadow. Are urban dogs really better off living? Check what the latest research says about pooches’ quality of life!

Stressful city life

It has long been known that life in a loud, crowded city can negatively affect human health. People living in cities suffer from cardiovascular disease more often. They also have more breathing problems than people who spend most of their lives in a more natural environment. It turns out that the place of residence has a huge impact also on our psyche! Studies have shown that city dwellers are more susceptible to anxiety-related problems, are more likely to have mood disorders and cope with anger less well. No wonder – the constant noise and street lights are always on, which means that we won’t sleep as well in the city as in the countryside! Does the place of residence have the same effect on the quadrupeds living with us?

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Where does anxiety in dogs come from?

A group of researchers from the University of Helsinki decided to check which dogs are more prone to anxiety disorders. They collected information on over 6,000 dogs from around the world using a survey available on Facebook. They showed fear of other dogs or strangers. The questions concerned not only anxiety behavior, but also the breed, size, age, past of the dog and his living conditions. After analyzing the data, it turned out that the likelihood of anxiety disorders is higher in sterilized bitches, small breeds and improperly socialized for four-legged puppies. The results also clearly showed that the occurrence of anxiety in a pet is greatly influenced by his place of residence! Scientists have found that there are definitely more dogs with anxiety disorders in more urbanized areas than outside the city …

Which dogs live better?

A study by Helsinki researchers shows that dogs living in cities are more often afraid of other dogs and strangers. A smaller sense of security in everyday life significantly worsens the comfort of living quadrupeds. Unfortunately, there is still a lack of research that would show clearly which urban factors influence the behavior of pets. But also where do the differences in the well-being of urban and rural dogs come from? Researchers speculate, however, that our four-legged pupils are just as susceptible to noise, urban toxins and stress associated with living in cramped buildings as we do. They also stress that excess stimuli such as sudden, loud sounds can increase dogs’ susceptibility to anxiety disorders and other behavioral problems.

How to improve the quality of urban dog life?

Not every dog ​​guardian has the opportunity to move outside of the city with their pupils. However, even without changing your place of residence, you can help your pet to relax from the hustle and bustle! Frequent taking him for walks in a quiet, secluded area is a great way to give your dog a vacation from stress. And resetting his affected brain. In addition, it is also good to plan even weekend getaways in the countryside or in a tent. Really worth!

Author: Aleksandra Prochocka

The eyes of man and dog! Why does the dog dig in the garden?

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The eyes of man and dog! Why does the dog dig in the garden?


Digging is a natural need for canidae. So the dog is not digging in your garden to hurt you. If this is not the reason, what is it? This is explained by both the behaviorist and her dog!

Why does the dog dig in the garden? Here is what the dog Frodo thinks about it …

I like digging pits on the beach the most and on a warm day lie in such a deep excavation, where cool water collects. Actually, I only like to dig in the sand. But I do not live on the beach, only normally in a house with a garden with grass and land. Anecia plants some flowers and carrots there. She forbade me to destroy it – I am prohibited from eating and kicking.

I was a bit offended because I’m not a fool to destroy carrots. I prefer eating them much more when they grow up and Anecia takes them out of the earth, cleanses, washes and peels them. Oh, then I am very interested in carrots! But such in the ground – not at all.

Sometimes I like to scratch the grass with a claw on a walk, when I feel that there is a smell of some handsome bitch. When I scratch this place, the smell gets clearer. However, digging pits in the ground is not my favorite pastime. Much more than digging, I prefer to play in the garden looking for toys hidden by Aneta. Well, but I know that different dogs like different things, just like people do.

Why does the dog dig in the garden? Here is what behaviorist Aneta thinks about it …

Spring is conducive to being with the dog in the garden. It’s worse when we leave him alone. Bored like a hundred pugs, he can get in a bad mood and hurt himself.

Digging is one of the most common actions dogs take to release tension. So when they are alone in the garden, they first roam where they are usually not allowed. These are unknown places full of new fragrances, and therefore very attractive. Then, when the whole area around the house is examined, and the dog is still not allowed into the house, it starts to get bored. He can then gnaw on plants, bark at emerging creatures, e.g. birds or squirrels, and dig.

There are dogs who like to dig more than others, e.g. jack russell terriers, and taking such a pooch, it is worth reckoning with the fact that beds and a beautiful lawn may not survive. Dogs also sometimes like to bury something – especially in fresh, soft soil. When I observe the enthusiasm with which the pups pull out the teether lying there for a long time, I think it must be a delicacy for them! I also know a few dogs who have forgotten, where they hid treats. They were usually found by garden owners. If the dog kicks excessively, i.e. every exit from the house ends up cutting the lawn as if you lived with a boar, it means that the pooch has some problems with emotions and it is worth using the help of a behaviorist. Not only to have a beautiful garden, but above all a happy dog!

Author: Aneta Awtoniuk

5 things that a dog knows about you and you wouldn’t want to reveal to anyone else

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Dogs know your mood, where you have been, and even if you are sick. In fact, they know more about you than you think. Especially since at home many people take off their masks and are finally themselves. Here are 5 things that your dog knows about you and which you hope no one else will know.

1. You fall asleep in your clothes

A day full of excitement, in a constant run, and when you finally find a moment to rest by the movie, you fall asleep in front of the TV. And in clothes. Well, anyone can happen. Fortunately, only household members know about it. And a dog you can always count on. He will not reveal any of your secrets. What’s more, he will gladly join you.

2. You will reach after … dog

You probably got up too late many times. And here you still need to take the dog for a morning walk, get ready to go out and eat breakfast – so many things to do in so little time. In a hurry, you forget to watch your food. And dogs in this topic are no different from cats – they also easily reach the table, where there are tasty morsels. Or they’ll hop on the counter with their front paws just to lick the butter out of the sandwich. How many breakfasts or dinners you ate after a dog, only he really knows. Remember, however, that some products on our menu are toxic to dogs.

3. You evade Netflix

Only a dog really knows that you are using Netflix to get out of your next meeting with friends or your duties. Do all your friends watch „The Witcher” or „House of Paper”? You too – at least you tell them that, but only your dog knows it’s not true. In fact, you spent the next evening catching up on a reality show.

4. You are spying on your ex

Are you parted and can’t forget about your former / former? Although you tell everyone that you are reconciled with this and you are not interested in what about him / her, you are browsing his / her social media at home. You can’t hide your little obsession from the dog. Fortunately, your pet will not release you. Well, unless while browsing the profile of the former / former by accident he will send an incomprehensible message with his paw.

5. You have your weaknesses and only the dog knows about them

The dog knows your worst dance moves, heard you fake singing your favorite songs, and listens to your monologues you give to your mirror image. He probably knows more about you than your friend. And what does the dog say? He accepts you as you are and is always with you. Isn’t that great?

Author: Magdalena Olesińska

6 things dogs teach us every day

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6 things dogs teach us every day


Dogs have something in them that gives children a sense of security, and adults peace. Your pet can teach you things that are worth putting into practice. Here are 6 important matters that dogs teach us. Of course there are many more, but we chose the most important ones.

1. Accept yourself

Can you imagine a terrier who regrets that he is not a poodle or a pug, who despairs for days that he does not have a body as athletic as a greyhound? Exactly! Instead of accepting themselves as they are, people spend a lot of time comparing themselves to others or finding more flaws within themselves. It’s worth loving yourself and your unique qualities – just like quadrupeds do. Big, small, rounder, slimmer, with a spot on the nose or malocclusion – we love them all! Wouldn’t it be boring in this world if everyone looked and behaved the same? This applies to both animals and people!

2. Feel compassion

Many of us experience everyday problems and difficulties, which can be really overwhelming. But then you can always count on your pet who will immediately sense your mood. Dogs can perfectly recognize the emotions of guardians. If you have worse times, the dog will want to do everything to comfort you and forget about your problems for a moment. Everyday life with a dog also teaches us that both animals and people have their own needs. Thanks to this, we also become more sensitive to the harm and needs of others.

3. Capture the day

Dogs don’t think about what the future holds. They live here and now. They focus on their needs that they feel at the moment – whether it’s about eating, sleeping or having fun. Try to find joy in small gestures and small things. Dogs are not afraid to show their emotions. Are they excited at the thought of walking or chasing the ball? They show it with all of themselves – they jump, wag their tail, bark. Maybe it is worth taking an example from them and not worry about what will happen, but focus on what is here and now.

4. Defeat fear with love

Unfortunately, many dogs suffer human harm. They become distrustful and sometimes aggressive. Still, with a little patience, the right approach and, above all, love, they are able to overcome their fear and uncertainty. Sometimes it takes months, and in other cases even years. Regardless of how long it will take you to „erase” the dog’s difficult past, it’s definitely worth doing. Dogs, despite being hurt, still believe that people can be trusted. Remember that for a shelter dog you are the best that could have happened to him. Love really conquers all, and the first step for us people – as we mentioned before – is self-love. Also, don’t resent off other people, but forgive them.

5. Be loyal

Dogs are herd animals. They stick to their package, spend time together, and defend it when needed. There is a golden rule here – treat others as you would like to be treated. The dog is an extremely loyal animal to people. There is a reason why he is said to be man’s best friend. And loyalty is essential when building a strong and lasting friendship. Choose your friends carefully, and once you do, be trustworthy.

6. Love with unconditional love

Dogs don’t care what their guardian looks like. They are also not interested in his social status. Dogs don’t love people for having money, but for being there. Dogs teach us that the most important thing is the interior of man. They forgive all the smaller and bigger offenses. Try to transfer it to interpersonal relationships! And you, what did you learn from your dog?

Author: Magdalena Olesińska

Why is it worth buying dog chews? Irreplaceable benefits of chewing!

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Why is it worth buying dog chews? Irreplaceable benefits of chewing!


For puppies, biting is a natural behavior – this is how children get to know the world. But older dogs also bite and chew. The need to suppress this instinct is an unreasonable punishment for an animal. So never forbid the dog to chew, although you can see it absorbing your shoe! Instead, redirect his need to chew on the objects or toys they use for it. Here are a few reasons why you should buy dog ​​chews. You will not regret!

Satisfy the need for chewing

Dogs, especially puppies, have an instinctive need to chew. Chewing is nothing more than exploring the environment. Babies start by sucking on various objects, and over time they learn to use their teeth more consciously. Therefore, you should not discipline your pet for such natural behaviors, but provide him with an alternative, e.g. in the form of teethers. We agree that they are definitely a better choice than your new pair of shoes.

In teething puppies, chewing on teethers helps them alleviate the discomfort they feel at the time – itching or pain that accompanies teeth eruption. Raw and frozen carrots or kong filled with wet food – also straight from the freezer – will work as pain relievers.

They release stress and tension

Dogs feel different emotions that have to find their outlet somewhere – especially the negative ones, such as fear or frustration. Biting various objects is one way to release tension. The teether is also great during the absence of a guardian. According to behaviorists, regularly leaving your pet to chew toys reduces the likelihood of developing separation anxiety. However, before you leave your dog alone with something to chew, make sure that the teether is completely safe for your dog!

They prevent boredom

Boredom leads to destructive behavior. Even people sometimes bite their nails out of boredom … And quadrupeds? Furniture or other household items. Dogs need physical and mental stimulation to be happy. Chew toys can take a pet for a long time, and in addition natural teethers are more attractive to him than your shoe. Teethers are also a good idea for older dogs that are no longer as physically active.

They support proper oral hygiene

Why is it still worth buying dog chews? Chewing teethers is a great way to maintain proper oral hygiene. They allow the dog to train the muscles of the jaw, and also ensure cleanliness of the teeth. Teethers also help remove deposits, reduce the formation of tartar and prevent periodontal disease.

Author: Magdalena Olesińska

Test: Are you really sensitive to animal harm?

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Test: Are you really sensitive to animal harm?


Do you think you have a lot of empathy and are sensitive to animal harm? Thanks to this test, you can check whether your pets are good for you!

Are you sensitive to animal harm?

Here are 8 questions that will tell you if you are endowed with exceptional empathy for animals. Prepare a pen and paper to save the points you received for the answers you selected. After summarizing them, you will find out if you are sensitive to animal harm. Good luck!

1. You see a friendly dog ​​wandering the street. What are you doing?

  • I call the city guard and wait for her near the pooches (4)
  • I take my dog ​​home and write ads (3)
  • I take a photo of my dog, upload it to Facebook and go home (2)
  • nothing, it’s not my dog! (1)

2. Do you bring gifts to the dog shelter?

  • yes, I regularly buy good dog food or bring blankets (4)
  • I always try to add something to a collection organized by other people (3)
  • I once brought an old dog collar or leftover food that got boring (2)
  • no, after all these dogs are kept from taxes (1)

Go to the next page to read all the questions.

Author: Aleksandra Prochocka

Is your dog an eater? Learn how to encourage him to eat!

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Is your dog an eater? Learn how to encourage him to eat!


For many owners, a dog eater is a reason to worry. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Sometimes, it is not enough for a pet to change its approach to food and wag its tail with satisfaction when it looks at the full bowl. How to achieve this By changing a few habits, your meal times may look different than before.

1. Check how many are really eating

Although this may seem impossible, some of the dogs that guardians say are inedible, in fact … are overfed. This problem particularly affects representatives of small breeds. They don’t need much to eat – and when they are fed with delicacies they no longer have room to fit a portion of wholesome karma. So before you come to the conclusion that your dog is an eater, look at how much food he actually gets during the day. Including all the delicacies and prizes served on walks or in the kitchen when we cook dinner. Isn’t it that your pet doesn’t want to eat his dinner because … nothing will fit?

2. Take care of the olfactory sensation

Dogs are known for their excellent sense of smell. We cannot forget about it when we serve them meals. It is this sense that the quadrupeds use, approaching the bowl and with their nose decide whether food is attractive to them. Taste in dogs plays a secondary role. If we know that the smell is so important, what food should we serve to eat, to interest them in the contents of the bowl? It’s best to reach for wet food that is more flavorful, such as Luger’s deer and beef with cranberry. It is also worth remembering that the sense of smell decreases with age – that’s why older dogs often have problems with appetite. Wet food served at room temperature (or slightly warm) can be a great solution in this situation.

3. Look at the texture and experiment with shapes

We already know that the dog – also a swallow – trying to eat, is guided by smell. When he decides to try the contents of the bowl, he conducts a kind of tasting. Evaluates the size of pieces of food, their shape and texture. It may turn out that it is one of these features that does not suit him and refuses further consumption. For such a dog, semi-moist food may be the solution – this type of food has recently gained more and more supporters. And no wonder – this food is convenient to serve, and at the same time attractive for picky or older quadrupeds. If you have a poor meal at home, try giving him high-quality semi-moist food, such as Luger’s with a high content of lamb, turkey and pheasant.

4. Keep an eye on time

It is important to regularly feed – quadrupeds like routine and it is important that they receive their meal at the same time each day. The same distance between dinner and breakfast will make your digestive system function stably, and your body will receive an energy boost when you expect it. But time also matters when we put a bowl of karma in front of him. By design, we give a pet to eat its portion calmly, and then thoroughly wash the bowl so that it is ready for the next meal. However, if our dog does not eat food immediately, we wait 20 minutes, and after that time we take the food and store it properly (e.g. wet karma in the fridge, tightly closed). Again, we offer the dog a bowl of food only at the time of the next meal, as planned. In the meantime, of course, we do not feed the quadruped anything else. Thanks to this method, the food will not dry out and will not break, and the dog will acquire a good habit of eating its portion without whining.

5. Make sure your health is okay

If none of the above methods work, talk to your vet about your dog’s appetite problems. It is important to rule out any health problems that may be causing this. Before contacting your doctor, write down all the types of food your dog has eaten so far, supplements and medications he has received, and possibly other symptoms – apart from reluctance to eat – that you have noticed. Thanks to this doctor it will be easier to diagnose the cause. It is important because there are drugs that reduce appetite, so in some situations it can be understood. It also happens that our eater suffers from oral diseases, and we have no idea about it. It shows us in this way – he does not eat, because this act causes him pain. Then the veterinarian should carefully examine the gums and teeth of our pet. Sometimes, the procedure of removing dental calculus restores the dog not only beautiful, healthy appearance and nice breath, but also the appetite.

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Strawberries for the dog. Can a dog eat strawberries?

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Strawberries for the dog. Can a dog eat strawberries?


With the end of winter, it’s time for strawberries. Who doesn’t like them? Red fruit with a unique taste that we associate with summer can be found in almost every home! They can be eaten not only as an independent meal – they are an ideal addition to yogurt, a component of shakes, cakes, jellies … Can we share this sweet fruit with our pet? Can our dog eat strawberries with us?

What do strawberries contain?

Strawberries are fruit that consists of 90% water and a small amount of sugar and other substances. 100 grams of these fruits contain only 33 calories. Red delicacies also contain valuable antioxidants that have anti-cancer effects, and a large dose of vitamin C – several times greater than oranges! Pectins present in strawberries support the intestines and metabolism, thanks to which these fruits can provide tasty support during weight loss. However, too much of these fruits eaten at a time can have strong laxative properties. Eating strawberries also has a positive effect on liver and kidney function. Low glycemic index makes strawberries an ideal snack also for people suffering from diabetes. Will they be just as healthy for the dog?

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Can a dog eat strawberries?

Many homemade quadrupeds will be tempted by a juicy sweet strawberry. And very well! These fruits are just as healthy for us and for those under our care. Strawberries do not contain any compounds that are toxic to dogs, and the fiber and antioxidants present in them have a beneficial effect on the four-legged body. However, like any fruit, strawberries should be served in moderation. Eating too much of these sweet, fiber-rich fruits can result in diarrhea or stomach ache.

Strawberries served to the dog should be thoroughly washed and free from pedicels. Depending on the size of our quadruped, the fruit can be cut into smaller pieces so that the pooch does not choke on them. Do not treat the dog to strawberries sprinkled with sugar, mixed with cream or in the form of a milk shake. Such additions, although extremely tasty, can seriously harm a pet! Also, canned strawberries or syrup will not be healthy for pooches due to the high sugar content and preservatives. If we want to prepare a strawberry dessert for a dog, we can mix these fruits with others – watermelon, banana, apple – or mix to a smooth mass, pour into the cong and freeze. Strawberry ice cream dessert is a delicious snack for a dog on a hot summer day! Small pieces of strawberry can also be an interesting reward for a dog during training.

Author: Aleksandra Prochocka
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