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Unprocessed foods that are healthy for your cat or dog:
| Food Source | Reasons why it is good |
| Chicken, Turkey |
- High protein source that is low in fat.
- Contributes towards exceptional health in dogs.
- Cats are true carnivores, they must have a protein-based diet.
- Dogs are omnivores, they thrive on a diet that includes meat.
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| Lamb |
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| Rabbit |
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| Fish |
- A good protein source.
- Fish has omega-3 fatty acids, which helps control arthritis, allergies, and high cholesterol.
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| Sweet Potato |
- Sweet potato is a good source of energy, supplies important nutrients, and is a natural source of dietary fiber.
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| Green Beans |
- Increases feelings of fullness thereby reducing overeating.
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| Spinach |
- An excellent source of fiber and packed with nutrients.
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| Broccoli |
- Very good for dogs and cats, but should not be more than 10% of their diet because it can be a potent gastrointestinal irritant.
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| Carrot |
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| Kale |
- A good source of fiber and packed with nutrients.
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| Raw bones (veal or lamb) |
- Provides protein and a balance of essential minerals.
- Helps prevent periodontal disease and may actually reverse its effects
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Note: Vegetables can be grated, mashed or blended in a food processor, however your pet prefers.
Unprocessed foods your cat or dog should avoid:
| Food Source | Why It's Bad for Cats and Dogs |
| Chocolate |
- Theobromine is the compound in chocolate that is harmful to dogs. Dark chocolate is worse than milk chocolate.
- Causes gastrointestinal problems, vomiting, excitement, increased urination, muscle tremors and rapid heart rate.
- Can be toxic, may cause death at doses of 100mg/kg or more.
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| Onion |
- Can lead to hemolytic anemia (abnormal breakdown of red blood cells) in cats and dogs.
- May lead to a toxic build up, cats are more sensitive than dogs.
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| Garlic |
- May lead to a toxic build up in both cats and dogs.
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| Fava Beans |
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| Macadamia Nuts |
- Contains an unknown toxin: can affect the digestive system, nervous system and muscles.
- Side effects may include: abdominal pain, vomiting, pale gums, stiffness, lameness, difficulty walking, tremors, weakness, and depression.
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| Grapes & Raisins |
- Causes gastrointestinal problems like vomiting and diarrhea, and could lead to kidney failure, and may cause death.
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| Eggplant |
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| White Potato |
- Potato skins can lead to vomiting, abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, nervous system stimulation, depression, trembling, paralysis & cardiac arrest.
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| Tomatoes |
- Tomatoes can cause tremors, heart arrhythmias, severe gastrointestinal upset, diarrhea, drowsiness, CNS depression, confusion, behavioral change, weakness, and dilated pupils.
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| Wheat |
- Hard to digest, pets are likely to be allergic.
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| Corn |
- Can lead to vomiting, depression, drooling, lack of coordination, and weakness.
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| Beef |
- Hard to digest.
- Large amounts of liver may cause Vitamin A toxicity, which affects muscles and bones.
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| Cooked Bones |
- Cooked bones get brittle and splinter when cooked. This can lead to intestinal perforations.
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