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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Maybe it came from a 'good place' but it's not about people - it's about the dogs and those that love them more than life itself! Not every dog owner or dog services provider is that clued-in or plans ahead so carefully in this life so best thing anyone dealing with others' dogs is not to feed anything other than that provided or approved by the owner. Period. Especially toy dogs with all of their known sometimes severe IBS problems. Trust me, once you've watched your beloved little dog suffer, can't even get out of the crouch position for minutes at a time due to bloody diarrhea, vomiting once they do stop pooping, for hours and drugs aren't yet working, your wallet is empty or near it due to $1200 night ER fees and medications, you've been up all night and are expected somehow to report for work at 9:00 a.m., all due to a 'treat' provided by someone who never gave a thought about it, you don't think they came from such a 'good place' or had ANY responsible 'dog knowledge'.

This day and time, ANYONE with any dog knowledge knows not to feed others' dogs without first clearing it with the owner/guardian if they are true doglovers. Don't even get me started on 'well-meaning' treat-givers!

I have to disagree. When you are at training classes the trainers will come over and help and generally they have their treat of choice in a pouch around their waist so if there is an issue with your dog and treats you have to speak up. Most training places even supply treats so you have to be open with them if your dog has issues. I go to pet expos and dog events a lot and each table has a different dog treat and I would say only half of them ask. My vet has given my dogs treats before and they are very educated in dog issues. I think that stomach issues are not a big norm so it's not thought about. I still think the people are coming from a good place and I don't think it means they aren't true dog lovers.