Reward your dog's stomach without harming it
Hello Everyone,
Which treats do you prefer, bought or home-baked? Well, I prefer home-baked ones. Why? I'll explain that to you today, because not every treat is good for your faithful companion. You can find a free recipe for healthy dog treats at the end of the blog.
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The truth about treats
You probably know that treats are a popular way to reward or motivate dogs. But what many dog owners don't realise: Treats can also lead to acidosis in your dog's stomach.
How does it work?
Stomach acid fulfils several important functions in the stomach of dogs: It helps digest proteins, kills harmful bacteria and activates digestive enzymes.
When a dog eats something, stomach acid is produced. This production is triggered by the food itself, but also by certain stimuli, such as the smell of food or regular feeding. You will notice this as soon as your dog wants to be fed at a certain time of day.
How do you notice this? By fixing its eyes on you.
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Feeding
Dogs that are given treats too often at different times regularly produce stomach acid. This can lead to hyperacidity of the stomach, especially if the treats contain sugar or are high in fat. That's why I prefer to use these home-baked treats.
Symptoms of stomach acidity
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Flatulence
Loss of appetite
restlessness
Salivation
Increased grass eating
How can you prevent stomach acidity?
If your dog tends to have an acidic stomach, please note the following:
fresh fruits or vegetables as a reward
flexible feeding times
read the declaration (list of ingredients) of bought treats
ATTENTION: If you notice symptoms of stomach acidity in your dog, take your dog to the vet immediately!
Conclusion
The greatest reward for your dog is your time, playtime together and your personal affirmation. However, most dog owners use treats as a reward, especially in the initial training phase. That's okay if you keep a few things in mind. After all, you don't want to harm your dog, even though you want to do something good for your pet. So please don't over-acid your dog's stomach!
Until next time!
Yours Sandy
5 ingredients - recipe for healthy dog biscuits
Is it your dog's birthday, has he been a good boy or simply deserves a good day? Then these quick and healthy oatmeal dog biscuits are just the thing.
Why oatmeal? They are a healthy food for dogs, rich in fibre, which aids digestion. They also contain zinc, which is important for a healthy immune system. They contain vitamin B1, which is important for energy production and nerve function. Oat flakes are also naturally gluten-free.
What you need:
100g rolled oats
60g melted coconut oil
50g shredded coconut
1 banana
150g applesauce
Baking instructions:
Preheat the oven to 160 degrees fan.
Melt the coconut oil in a pan on the hob or in the microwave
Now mix all the ingredients into a dough. The banana will make the dough a little sticky.
Leave the dough to rest for approx. 10 minutes.
Now you can create great shapes in your desired size and arrange them on a baking tray lined with baking paper.
Bake the biscuits for approx. 25 minutes.
Enjoy your meal!
The homemade dog biscuits can be stored in a dry place at room temperature for a maximum of temperature for a maximum of 2-3 weeks.