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vainchick5 · 02-02-2006, 02:37 PM

I never ever give coco table scraps. Not only is it horrible for their digestion but it's bad manners for them. I don't like begging dogs. I want to eat my meals in peace. The only human food I give her is once a week, 1 scrambled egg for her shiny coat (vet ok'd it) and cheddar cheese every once in a while, as well as little pieces of fruit (apples and oranges mainly). Otherwise it's only kibble for her, no soft canned food either.

Maiflower · 02-02-2006, 03:18 PM

Val...that is such an adorable pic!! My Teddy gives me those eyes too when we are eating. We try to ignore it but it's hard. Usually after a few minutes, he gives up and curl underneath our legs. From hearing everyone's advice and stories, it sounds like the best thing to do is not give him any people food. Is there any way to train a dog not to give those puppy eyes...LOL

Jenn218 · 02-02-2006, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Claire

I use to give Gracie table food, until my vet advised me to stop. Lots of normal human food can be toxic to yorkies. I do give her chedder cheese in the am, to help her take her medicine and that is about it.
I have a list of what is not safe, but I can not put my hands on it at the moment. I will keep looking and will post it as soon as I find it. I know that swiss cheese is considered toxic, I remember that one. My x was about to give Gracie a piece when I was reading the list out loud to him.

I would be interested in reading this list if you can find it or if anyone else has it.

I do not give Mojo table scraps anymore since his stomache episode a few weeks ago....although, he has had cheddar cheese and carrots, etc. He does good when we are eating and I am the worlds worst at spoiling kids and furbabies, but I learned not to give food off my plate!!

BLowry · 02-02-2006, 04:30 PM

I have a friend who only feeds her dog human food (very small shizt-poo) she ended up with a very sick little guy that nearly died. The vet told her that human food is not good to feed dogs. They don't digest it like humans do. I give Sadie chicken with her kibbles (vet said this was fine) but other than that...maybe a LITTLE cheese, apple, carrot or green beans. I do know what you mean about their adorable little faces and those black eyes but...don't look at her!!! lol

michiko · 02-02-2006, 05:01 PM

When growing up, I remember almost everyone I knew who had dogs fed human foods and also dog foods. It was in Japan. Since I came to the US, I kinda realized the benefits on giving ONLY dog foods.

I mean.. if I think of it, I think giving human food could also influence your displine toward your dog. The fact is that you might give up if the dog looks at you.. or they might become agreesive to get the food from your table.. it will be hard to train the dog if you feed house food.. That is just my opinion.

I know for sure that I will give only dog food... and.. cheerio (thanks to Stacy).. instead of treats from pet stores.. I think once awhile is good to give treats... but I have to think if it is really gonna be good for the dog. Treats are everywhere at pet stores.. and it sounds like good stuff for the dogs.. but... is it really! That is the question that owners have to think.. before feeding them...

I mean.. I didn't know that you cannot give chocolates to dogs until I came to YT... I don't think I have ever fed chocolates to my dogs before back home.. I am sure a lot of people do that. Feeding dog food seem to be safe to me.

eyedoc · 02-02-2006, 05:35 PM

We give our dogs, (yorkie and corgie) very occassional and very small bits of people food but you have to be careful what because some food is toxic to Yokies even though it would seem healthy(raisins and grapes for example).

We got introduced to the Yorkie breed because we Fostered a 3 yr old who was fed primarily human food and was in kidney failure. He needed alot of daily care and my husband is a vet tech. The owner wanted to put him to sleep but he had alot of life left in him so he came to live with us and my hubby was able to give the daily treatments needed. We ahd him for three months. He was a great dog made us fall in loved with the breed. I guess you need to talk to your Vet and do your homework, but I think your hubby is right on this one. Good luck with your new baby!!

livingdustmops · 02-02-2006, 06:10 PM

Here is a great thread that Muffie's Mom Pat posted about foods to avoid.

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...ght=toxic+food

whispersmom2 · 02-02-2006, 07:40 PM

Since you are alpha dog, your Yorkie is not entitled to your food. Pack behavior. You can offer a small piece of whatever you normally use as treats at other times.. You will be totally embarrassed when you have company if your dog starts acting up while y'all are eating..

Reyna · 02-02-2006, 08:05 PM

I was told that as long as it is on occassion, that human food is ok.
I give Reyna pretty much anything without salt or seasonings. Although she has munched on a few salty potato chips that have made it to the floor (shes so fast). She gets cheese, ham, bread, chicken, mac n cheese, but SUPER small quantities every now and then. Aside from that, she eats her food like a champ. And is very healthy.
Who can say no to those puppy eyes! not me...

Smudgers_mum · 02-03-2006, 02:50 PM

Hello Smudger doesn't get any human food at all, my mum has always given her yorkie human food and she has very bad teeth. She has actually had 5 teeth fall out and she is only 7

I'm not saying this happens to all yorkies I'm just saying I don't see it as essential for them to have it. He gets enough treats of his own.

Oh and also didn't want him begging at my feet like my mums yorkie does

02-02-2006, 02:37 PM	#16
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	I never ever give coco table scraps. Not only is it horrible for their digestion but it's bad manners for them. I don't like begging dogs. I want to eat my meals in peace. The only human food I give her is once a week, 1 scrambled egg for her shiny coat (vet ok'd it) and cheddar cheese every once in a while, as well as little pieces of fruit (apples and oranges mainly). Otherwise it's only kibble for her, no soft canned food either. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

02-02-2006, 04:30 PM	#19
BLowry My furkids Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 4,625 Blog Entries: 1	I have a friend who only feeds her dog human food (very small shizt-poo) she ended up with a very sick little guy that nearly died. The vet told her that human food is not good to feed dogs. They don't digest it like humans do. I give Sadie chicken with her kibbles (vet said this was fine) but other than that...maybe a LITTLE cheese, apple, carrot or green beans. I do know what you mean about their adorable little faces and those black eyes but...don't look at her!!! lol __________________ Brenda

02-02-2006, 05:01 PM	#20
michiko The Yorkie Sitter Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Boston Posts: 2,350	When growing up, I remember almost everyone I knew who had dogs fed human foods and also dog foods. It was in Japan. Since I came to the US, I kinda realized the benefits on giving ONLY dog foods. I mean.. if I think of it, I think giving human food could also influence your displine toward your dog. The fact is that you might give up if the dog looks at you.. or they might become agreesive to get the food from your table.. it will be hard to train the dog if you feed house food.. That is just my opinion. I know for sure that I will give only dog food... and.. cheerio (thanks to Stacy).. instead of treats from pet stores.. I think once awhile is good to give treats... but I have to think if it is really gonna be good for the dog. Treats are everywhere at pet stores.. and it sounds like good stuff for the dogs.. but... is it really! That is the question that owners have to think.. before feeding them... I mean.. I didn't know that you cannot give chocolates to dogs until I came to YT... I don't think I have ever fed chocolates to my dogs before back home.. I am sure a lot of people do that. Feeding dog food seem to be safe to me. __________________ Michiko (Ethicist) and Haruka(Fragrance of Spring Flowers) [/URL][/COLOR]

02-02-2006, 05:35 PM	#21
eyedoc Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 291	We give our dogs, (yorkie and corgie) very occassional and very small bits of people food but you have to be careful what because some food is toxic to Yokies even though it would seem healthy(raisins and grapes for example). We got introduced to the Yorkie breed because we Fostered a 3 yr old who was fed primarily human food and was in kidney failure. He needed alot of daily care and my husband is a vet tech. The owner wanted to put him to sleep but he had alot of life left in him so he came to live with us and my hubby was able to give the daily treatments needed. We ahd him for three months. He was a great dog made us fall in loved with the breed. I guess you need to talk to your Vet and do your homework, but I think your hubby is right on this one. Good luck with your new baby!! __________________ Pam & Fagan

02-02-2006, 06:10 PM	#22
livingdustmops Princess Poop A Lot Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,728	Here is a great thread that Muffie's Mom Pat posted about foods to avoid. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...ght=toxic+food __________________ Cindy & The Rescued Gang Puppies Are Not Products!

02-02-2006, 03:18 PM	#17
Maiflower BANNED! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 48	Val...that is such an adorable pic!! My Teddy gives me those eyes too when we are eating. We try to ignore it but it's hard. Usually after a few minutes, he gives up and curl underneath our legs. From hearing everyone's advice and stories, it sounds like the best thing to do is not give him any people food. Is there any way to train a dog not to give those puppy eyes...LOL

02-02-2006, 07:40 PM	#23
whispersmom2 Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MD Posts: 2,985	Since you are alpha dog, your Yorkie is not entitled to your food. Pack behavior. You can offer a small piece of whatever you normally use as treats at other times.. You will be totally embarrassed when you have company if your dog starts acting up while y'all are eating..

02-02-2006, 08:05 PM	#24
Reyna Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 93	I was told that as long as it is on occassion, that human food is ok. I give Reyna pretty much anything without salt or seasonings. Although she has munched on a few salty potato chips that have made it to the floor (shes so fast). She gets cheese, ham, bread, chicken, mac n cheese, but SUPER small quantities every now and then. Aside from that, she eats her food like a champ. And is very healthy. Who can say no to those puppy eyes! not me...

02-03-2006, 02:50 PM	#25
Smudgers_mum YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: manchester UK Posts: 374	Hello Smudger doesn't get any human food at all, my mum has always given her yorkie human food and she has very bad teeth. She has actually had 5 teeth fall out and she is only 7 I'm not saying this happens to all yorkies I'm just saying I don't see it as essential for them to have it. He gets enough treats of his own. Oh and also didn't want him begging at my feet like my mums yorkie does __________________ XX Jo and Smudger XX