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The idea that dogs shouldn't have "human food" doesn't make sense. (self.unpopularopinion)

submitted 1 year ago by Xanderill to c/unpopularopinion

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Sure, don't give dogs twinkies, but for that matter, don't give humans twinkies either. The idea makes it seem like dogs are aliens or something. Dog food ingredients are usually meat, grain and veggies, just like our meals. Food that is healthy for you is healthy for your dog, and vice versa.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I don't disagree with your general point, but just as an aside: dogs can safely eat large amounts of chocolate. I panicked when my dog ate some but then when I looked it up, I learned that a 30-pound dog can eat a full-size bar of milk chocolate without suffering any symptoms. Onions and garlic are also only dangerous in very large amounts, although I don't recall the specific numbers.

[–] Gradually_Adjusting 2 points 1 year ago

I am aware. I had a dog who stole all my Easter candy one year and got away with it, which is how I found out cheap milk chocolate is mostly just sugar. These are guidelines.