This May Not  Be a Total Disaster

If your dog got into some fried food on a single occasion, they’ll likely be fine. So if you slip up and provide this type of junky stuff it isn’t the end of the world. But you may notice them having problems processing it, including a bout of diarrhea later on. Observe your dog’s behavior and also quickly let them outside after eating fried food, especially if they look like they’re having a tough time with it.

The Good, Bad, & Neutral

When it comes to feeding time, there are generally three categories that foods fall into. Those that are good for your dog to eat, those that are bad (including fried foods), and those that probably have no effect. If you stick to healthy choices including quality daily dog food, and a few select others usually consumed by people, then you won’t have to worry so much.

It’s very simple, fried or greasy foods are bad for all canines. A startling number of owners will give their dogs food that are bad because they don’t observe visible short term effects. It’s a shame because there’s no doubt that fried food is bad for dogs. In this sense, sometimes harmful signs are a blessing because it can prompt action.

Fried Food is Foreign

Some owners will toss their dogs french fries, or pieces of fried chicken, but these and many others are not only inappropriate but also a bad feeding habit. Obviously dogs, in the wild, are raw meat eaters and would never get their paws on anything fried. A good quality dog food will replicate what they need from an evolutionary standpoint. In fact, today’s domesticated breeds are quite used to eating their commercial chow.

Fried Food & Pancreatitis

On a more serious note, if you feed your dog too much fried foods they could eventually end up with pancreatitis. This condition is basically inflammation of the pancreas and quite serious. Symptoms can include a loss of appetite, stomachache, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, fever and even an irregular heartbeat. These signs may require medical attention and a professional will likely need to run some tests.

Conclusion on Fried Foods

Don’t give your dog any fried food. Instead, make sure they get a high-quality formulated dog food and then stick to it. This way you can be consistent and provide them with the required nutrients daily. You’ll be off-the-hook as far as wondering what else to feed your pet pooch, but you will also save big time on vet costs. More importantly, avoiding fried foods is one way to keep your dog healthy.

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