Sharing a delicious treat with your dog can feel like a special occasion. Regardless of how excited they may seem, though, you could accidentally cause harm by giving them the wrong food. Pet nutrition is significantly different than yours, and you should recognize common treats you can’t serve to your pup.

What You Shouldn’t Let Your Dog Snack On

1. Bacon

Tossing a snippet of bacon to your dog while you’re cooking breakfast can feel like you’re rewarding them. The large quantities of fat, however, are problematic for pet nutrition, most notably causing pancreatitis. Uncooked portions can also cause digestive problems, so only serve approved bacon-flavored dog treats.

2. Chocolate

The most well-known no-no for dogs is chocolate. The compounds in it can all lead to vomiting, tremors, seizures, and even death. Even small quantities are harmful, so never feed your pet anything that contains chocolate. Accidental ingestion should be considered an emergency and warrants an immediate trip to the animal hospital.

3. Bones

Bones and dogs go hand-in-hand. But when you’re talking about chicken, steak, pork, and other natural bones, you can be facing a problem. These are easy to destroy and swallow, leading to choking and damage to your dog’s stomach and gastrointestinal tract. Stick with bones approved by your animal hospital, and safely discard of others at home.

Dogs are naturally curious creatures, so if yours gets into one of these treats, bring them to Liberty Veterinary Hospital in Liberty Township, OH. Led by Dr. Amy Johnstone and Dr. Robyn Collins, the staff will treat your pet as their own and get your pup back on their feet quickly. They’re also committed to teaching owners in the Liberty Township area proper at-home care. Whether it’s pet nutrition or exercise and safety practices, they believe education is integral to keeping animals healthy. Call (513) 755-9700 today to schedule an appointment for your dog; a doctor is also on-call after hours to address emergencies. Connect on Facebook for more pet nutrition and care tips, and explore their practice further online.