Thursday, January 10, 2013

What You Need to Know About Fantastic Homemade Dog Treats

By Geraldine Dimarco


I don't know about you but I think dogs are really one of the best things ever. Alright, so maybe they can be all "slobbery" once in a while but who cares? They love you and don't care whether you brushed your teeth or not today. Now, how would you like to do something for your best friend? I can guarantee you the happy wag of their tails when you do. If you're thinking homemade dog treats then we are on the same page.

There's not a lot that can show just how much you love your pet than when you make the loving effort to create these delicious dog treats. The good news is that you can find ways to make them just about anywhere you care to look. Before anything else though-do you know what to look for in a good recipe for homemade dog biscuits? Here are critical information to help you make those decisions.

It's crucial that you are aware of ingredients that will be detrimental to the canine's health. One common misconception people hold is that it is perfectly alright to feed leftovers or whatever is left in the refrigerator to the animal. It is not. Most of what we eat are fine; however, certain ingredients endanger the dog's internal organs when consumed in large amounts.

You'll be surprised that some fruits are actually bad for the dog. The seeds of apples, cherries and apricots contain cyanogenic glycosides which can poison the animal. Raisins, grapes, macadamia nuts, onions and the parts of the tomato plant are also harmful for your furry friend. Chocolates contain theobromine which can cause heart diseases that may lead to death.

Look up the ingredients toxic to canines and set up the list in your kitchen. You need to familiarize yourself with them so you don't run the risk of accidentally including it in your delicious canine creations. This is being a responsible dog owner-one that I'm sure you already are.

Although there are some things that must be avoided, there are so much more that you can use for your pet. Do not limit yourself. Take for instance peanut butter. This is a canine favorite you can use to your best advantage. Cover yummy biscuits with peanut butter or grated cheese for mouth-watering treats. Experiment to see the particular preference of your pet-it's a fun process in itself.

It will be really great if you can find a recipe for homemade dog biscuits that is rich in needed nutrients so that you can add in important minerals during their snack times and not just their meal times. Beef heart and liver are terrific sources of vitamin A-just don't overdo it. You can also try crushing teaspoon of eggshell for calcium and mix it in the biscuit.

Use these delectable homemade dog treats during obedience training-yummy treats are an effective way to keep them motivated. Then again, who are we kidding? You really don't need an excuse to be good to that exceptionally adorable canine of yours. Feel free to love on them and feed them your homemade creations-you know you want to.




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