While everyone loves to have a dog as their pet by their side, people often don’t understand or often forget that dogs also need the same amount of attention as a human does.
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Since they cannot convey their needs expressly to you, you have to be careful and conscious about that. Check this link to know more about it and know how important a dog’s diet is in their life: https://www.forbesadvocate.com.au/story/5793256/feed-your-dog-for-health-and-longevity/.
General Diet
Our pets’ health is always a priority, that is why we must feed a well nutritious diet to our dog so as to make a big difference in their overall health and life. The food depends on the present status of your dog’s health and also upon what stage of life he is currently in. Giving them a good diet is crucial and it will save many visits to your vet. If you are confused about what to feed your dog, make sure to visit a professional.
Also, don’t forget that they need a good quantity of food to maintain their body as well. They tend to be very active animals and are always jumpy. That is why they always appreciate a good meal. The amount of food to be given depends on their weight and body size. You must check it from time to time so that you know that you are not overfeeding or underfeeding them.
While we know how important feeding is for them, we often ignore how significant feeding right is. Like humans, they can also get allergic reactions to food and it is best to take them to the vet if they show such symptoms.
You also need to make sure that the food you are giving to them is safe for them to eat. You might be overpowered by the want to share everything you eat with them, but it is not always true that whatever you give them is safe for them to consume.
Can they Eat Pistachios?
There are many things like fruits, sugar, nuts, etc. people might be skeptical giving them to dogs, and one of the questions that people often ask us if they can give pistachios to their dogs. Is it safe for them to consume? To answer this question, you can say that it is okay if they eat it accidentally sometimes, but it is not advisable by their doctors. Though these are not toxic to them there are some reasons that doctors don’t recommend you feeding them pistachios.
Firstly, these nuts have higher fat content, and this can lead to inflammation in the pancreas. Because of a similar reason, there are chances that it can result in your dog becoming obese when consumed frequently. There are also chances that they try to eat them with a shell that can seriously damage their teeth. The shell cannot break down inside their body which can lead to bodily disturbance.
It is okay for them to consume it once in a while in small quantities, but if you are giving them pistachios regularly, it can result in a problem. It can make their stomach upset and can cause several other digestive issues. It is recommended you use dogs’ biscuits to treat them instead of pistachios or any other nut for that matter. If your dog is already suffering from obesity or inflamed pancreas, it is advised that you don’t give them any nuts at all.
Now how to recognize that your dog is reacting to pistachios? If they are experiencing diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, or fever, you can understand that they are reacting to the nuts. There are also chances that your dog is allergic to them, but the chances are minute and slim. If your pet experiences any such problems, then do make sure you reach out to your vet as soon as possible so that they can treat your pet in time.
Because of the high fat and proteins, they contain, it is difficult for dogs to digest those fats and protein leading to upset stomach and gas issues as well as pancreatic issues. If you wish to know more about feeding your dog some nuts, then see this. You mustn’t give them anything which is not good for their health.
If you are still confused about what you should feed your pet, you must consult with your vet as they can give you professionalized advice on the issue.
