Carrots??

[Verna]

Maximus loves carrots too. I give them to him as a treat. I think I may try apples and melon too because I eat that all the time and wondered if he could have some too. Thanks!

[marcerella02]

Originally Posted by Judy in Waco

Hey, we've all made mistakes. Pork of any kind is a no no I've heard. Is that right? Could cause pancreatitis?

yes.. pork is usually a no no.. WAY too much fat....

[Ellie May]

Healthy dogs can have pork, so I usually don't put it on the "bad" list. Absolutely no ham or bacon... Pork is quite fatty and I wouldn't feel comfortable recommending it for a Yorkie but lean pork is acceptable for dogs who aren't susceptible to pancreatitis (maybe the larger breeds).

That being said, there are way better choices.

[YorkieAunt]

Tessa's favorites are carrots, apples, tomatoes and special K cereal! She isn't very big on beans.

[odies_mama]

Originally Posted by Ellie May

Healthy dogs can have pork, so I usually don't put it on the "bad" list. Absolutely no ham or bacon... Pork is quite fatty and I wouldn't feel comfortable recommending it for a Yorkie but lean pork is acceptable for dogs who aren't susceptible to pancreatitis (maybe the larger breeds).

That being said, there are way better choices.

geesh! thats 2 strikes against me now...i dont give him bacon all the time or even alot, but i have...and bologna...?!

i dont give him table scraps but at the same time i'll give him extra special treats sometimes...but i guess not anymore =/

[yorkiepup2]

Here's a list of foods that are harmful to yorkies that I found on the internet awhile back. I don't know if it is all true.......so I just stay away from all of it.

Harmful Yorkie Foods

Do you know that there are foods you should NOT feed your yorkie? These foods can cause major health problems (for any breed). Please don't feed or let anyone else give your yorkies the following and here's why:

Grapes and Raisins:
Can cause kidney failure in dogs. As little as a single serving of raisins can kill a dog! The grapes are treated with a pesticide lethal to dogs.

Onions:
Onions destroy red blood cells and can cause anemia.

Chocolate:
Chocolate can cause seizures, coma and death. Baker’s chocolate is the most dangerous. A dog can consume milk chocolate and appear to be fine because it is not as concentrated, but it is still dangerous.

Coffee, Coffee grounds, tea and tea bags:
Drinks/foods containing caffeine cause many of the same symptoms chocolate causes.

Macadamia Nuts and Walnuts:
Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, muscle tremor and paralysis. Limit all other nuts as they are not good for dogs in general, their high phosphorous content is said to possibly lead to bladder stones. Exception to this rule seems to be Peanut Butter. However: always use Salt/Sugar free ORGANIC Peanut butter (sugar encourages cancer growth). Regular peanut butter has lots of toxins and is full of pesticides.

Animal fat and fried foods:
Excessive fat can cause pancreatitis.

Bones:
Cooked bones can splinter and damage a dog’s internal organs. Raw Bone should always be supervised as a piece can always break off and cause problems. Try frozen oxtails or frozen knuckle bones then take the bone away before the dog can swallow a final small piece whole. It's a good natural way to clean teeth too.

Tomatoes:
Tomatoes can cause tremors and heart arrhythmias. Tomato plants are the most toxic, but tomatoes themselves are also unsafe.

Avocados:
The fruit, pit and plant are all toxic. They can cause difficulty breathing and fluid accumulation in the chest, abdomen and heart.

Nutmeg: can cause tremors, seizures and death.

Seeds or Pits of:
Apples, Cherries, Peaches (and similar fruit). The seeds of these fruits contain cyanide, which is poisonous to dogs as well as humans. Unlike humans, dogs do not know to stop eating at the core/pit and easily ingest them. It can also become lodged in the intestines and kill the dog in 24 hours with no warning.

Raw eggs:
Raw eggs can cause salmonella poisoning in dogs. Dogs have a shorter digestive tract than humans and are not as likely to suffer from food poisoning, but it is still possible. Best to use organic eggs if you do raw. Scrambled lightly is best.

Salt:
Excessive salt intake can cause kidney problems.

Mushrooms:
Can be deadly, never let your pets chew on mushrooms found in your yard. Only safe "food" mushrooms are s**taki, maitake and reishi.

Xylitol:
Even a small amount can cause liver failure and death.

Sugar and Corn Syrups:
EVEN ORGANIC IS BAD! This does not include Honey or Molasses, though they should only be in small amounts and never to dogs with cancer.

Greenies:
Are the latest popular treat to become deadly. It is found that they can be slippery and if a piece slides down the throat the dog can die. Also some animals are having problems digesting them. For now, you will want to avoid them till further changes are made.

If your dog has ingested any of these foods, get veterinary help immediately. If your vet doesn't feel it's a worry and says JUST TO WATCH THEM, you might want to invest the money and call the ASPCA Poison Hotline: (888) 426-4435. (A $55 consultation fee may be charged.) We have heard many horror stories of people who waited on the advice of their vet, and by morning their Yorkie was dead.

This information is not meant to scare the life out of you! It is meant purely as an informational tool. Always use your best judgement and seek professional advice if there is any doubt or worry. Being the caretakers of our pets, we need to be informed to protect them.

[Jaxon's mom]

My guys love carrots too! I usually steam some carrots when making rice and mix that in with their wet food. They'll eat a small piece of raw carrot too.

[Wylie's Mom]

Carrots are great - sometimes, you have to introduce them slowly bc they've been known to cause loose stools, initially, in some.

For the little guys, the baby carrots can even serve as a "chew" bc it takes them a while to work it through, it's great.

[Ellie May]

Yorkiepup2, that is a very good list.
Tomatoes and the fruit of avocado are debatable but I avoid them right now.

[Ellie May]

Originally Posted by odies_mama

geesh! thats 2 strikes against me now...i dont give him bacon all the time or even alot, but i have...and bologna...?!

i dont give him table scraps but at the same time i'll give him extra special treats sometimes...but i guess not anymore =/

Well, your dog is fine so don't feel bad.
I would not give bologna either.
Dogs can have soooooo many people foods but the difference is it is not table scraps. Boiling some chicken breast with no seasonings is perfectly acceptable while giving them fatty chicken with spices on it from your plate isn't. They can have so many things though.

[Jeri Cunningham]

Originally Posted by odies_mama

OMG i had no idea! i'm a bad mom..=/

ok so what other things shouldnt i give him?!??

Here is a list:
Foods that are Toxic Foods to a dog:

Chocolate/Caffeine:
Chocolate contains theobromine, a compound that is a cardiac stimulant and a diuretic.

After their pet has eaten a large quantity of chocolate, many pet owners assume their pet is unaffected. However, the signs of sickness may not be seen for several hours, with death following within twenty-four hours. Symptoms include Staggering, labored breathing, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, tremors, fever, heart rate increase, arrhythmia, seizures, coma, death.
Cocoa powder and cooking chocolate are the most toxic forms. A 10-kilogram dog can be seriously affected if it eats a quarter of a 250gm packet of cocoa powder or half of a 250gm block of cooking chocolate. These forms of chocolate contain ten times more theobromine than milk chocolate. Thus, a chocolate mud cake could be a real health risk for a small dog. Even licking a substantial part of the chocolate icing from a cake can make a dog unwell.
Semi-sweet chocolate and dark chocolate are the next most dangerous forms, with milk chocolate being the least dangerous. A dog needs to eat more than a 250gm block of milk chocolate to be affected. Obviously, the smaller the dog, the less it needs to eat.
Onions/Garlic:
Onions and garlic contain the toxic ingredient thiosulphate. Onions are more of a danger.
Pets affected by onion toxicity will develop haemolytic anaemia, where the pet’s red blood cells burst while circulating in its body. Symptoms include Hemolytic Anemia, labored breathing, liver damage, vomiting, diarrhea, discolored urine.
The poisoning occurs a few days after the pet has eaten the onion. All forms of onion can be a problem including dehydrated onions, raw onions, cooked onions and table scraps containing cooked onions and/or garlic. Left over pizza, Chinese dishes and commercial baby food containing onion, sometimes fed as a supplement to young pets, can cause illness.
While garlic also contains the toxic ingredient thiosulphate, it seems that garlic is less toxic and large amounts would need to be eaten to cause illness.
Mushrooms:
Mushroom toxicity does occur in dogs and it can be fatal if certain species of mushrooms are eaten. Amanita phalloides is the most commonly reported severely toxic species of mushroom in the US but other Amanita species are toxic. Symptoms include Abdominal pain, drooling, liver damage, kidney damage, vomiting diarrhea, convulsions, coma, death
Grapes/Raisins:
As few as a handful of raisins or grapes can make a dog ill; however, of the 10 cases reported to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC), each dog ingested between 9 ounces and 2 pounds of grapes or raisins. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and lethargy.
Macadamia Nuts:
Macadamia nuts are another concern, along with most other kinds of nuts. Their high phosphorus content is said to possibly lead to bladder stones. Dogs develop a tremor of the skeletal muscles, and weakness or paralysis of the hindquarters. Affected dogs are often unable to rise and are distressed, usually panting. Some affected dogs have swollen limbs and show pain when the limbs are manipulated.
Baby Food:
Can contain onion powder, which can be toxic to dogs. Can also result in nutritional deficiencies, if fed in large amounts.
Bones from fish, poultry, or other meat sources:
Can cause obstruction or laceration of the digestive system.
Cat Food:
Cat food is generally too high in protein and fats.
Fat Trimmings:
Can cause pancreatitis.
Milk and other dairy products:
Some adult dogs and cats do not have sufficient amounts of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down the lactose in milk. This can result in diarrhea. Lactose-free milk products are available for pets.
Raw Eggs:
Contain an enzyme called avidin, which decreases the absorption of biotin (a B vitamin). This can lead to skin and hair coat problems. Raw eggs may also contain Salmonella.
Raw Fish:
Can result in a thiamine (a B vitamin) deficiency leading to loss of appetite, seizures, and in severe cases, death. More common if raw fish is fed regularly.

[chachi]

Mine love carrots

[Lexi Rae]

lexi loves carrots too, and she gets celery too.. everyday for treats

[odies_mama]

thanks for all yalls healthy food lists! =]