Milk is not toxic to your furry friends, but it’s high in calcium and protein, so it shouldn’t be a part of your dog’s diet as it can upset their stomach and cause longterm health problems, advice Dr Ashwani Kumar Singh & Dr Kumar Manglam Yadav
Dairy products can have great benefits for humans. They’re rich in vitamin D and calcium, which can help keep your teeth and bones nice and strong. It has chock-full of benefits for humans, but, when it comes to our four-legged friends, is there a similar answer to the question: Can our beloved pooches have milk, too? After all, our furry friends drink their mother’s milk, but when it comes to dairy substitutes, it is a big no! Milk is not toxic to your furry friends, meaning your four- legged friend can have a lick. Most dogs love dairy products, meaning that milk and other milk-based products remain popular additions to canine diets. But it’s not recommended that they drink it regularly, and the reasons might surprise you. You might want to skip giving your dog a sip.
Is Milk Safe for My Little Putzi?
Does your four-legged furry friend give you those hard-to resist eyes while you are indulging in a glass of milk? But as you take another sip, you might wonder “Can my furry friend drink milk?” Milk contains a sugar called lactose that requires an enzyme for proper digestion known as lactase. A new born puppy that’s nursing produces a lot of lactases, which is an enzyme that allows it to break down lactose, a sugar found in milk. That’s why puppies can drink their mother’s milk easily with no side-effects, like an upset stomach. As puppies become weaned, and are no longer dependent on their mother’s milk, they will produce less lactase in their digestion system, and, in fact, that’s why they become lactose. The lactose in milk is blamed for diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of appetite, bloating, flatulence, and other symptoms associated with lactose intolerance.
Is Milk Safe for My Adult Furry?
Canine companions love dairy products. They even go mad for them. Milk is a safe treat in small quantities. A few tablespoons of milk on an occasional basis can be a nice reward for your furry friend. But, you should probably hold off on offering your pooch an entire bowl in one sitting. Though drinking milk is not toxic to your furry friend, it may produce a lot of significant problems. Many dogs are lactose intolerant to some degree, which means they have a difficult time digesting dairy product. Your furry friend can’t tell you when they’re unwell, so it’s important to keep an eye on their behaviour to recognize the signs of unwell. You may check for the following signs for tracing the health of your pooches:
- Loose stools
- Bloating
- Vomiting
- Abdominal Pain
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence
- Cramping
- Dehydration
- Lethargy
- Lack of appetite
Sometimes, lactose intolerance is confused with a dairy allergy in pets. It refers to the inability to tolerate the proteins in milk and can be far more serious. Dogs with dairy allergies may display signs such as: Red, inflamed skin Itchiness and scratching
- Hives
- Facial swelling
- Difficulty breathing
- Licking their paws
- Hair loss
Because of the high fat content of most dairy products, especially whole milk, consumption can lead to pancreatitis for your dog, which is a highly serious condition. How About Ice-creams? Your K9 companion loves frozen dairy treats like you, but frozen dairy treats may not love him back. Ice-cream made with cow’s milk is likely to be high in lactose, also sweetened with sugar, high in fat, and artificially flavoured, which may be toxic to your furry friends. Always check the ingredients; some contain xylitol, maltodextrin, polydextrose, sorbitol, which is seriously toxic to your furry friends. You could prepare a healthier alternative like freezing plain yogurt in ice cube trays. You may also add fresh fruit, peanut butter, or other sugar-free flavourings before freezing along with wooden sticks for holding the treats for your fur balls. While the occasional lick of your ice-cream cone or lap from your mug should not be a big deal unless your dog is allergic, you should avoid allowing your pet to indulge in large amounts of milk and other dairy products. If your dog gets its paws on a large helping of milk, monitor for signs of abdominal distress. Gastric upset will generally occur within about 12 hours after your furry friend consumes milk but can last for much longer, so prepare for frequent trips outside so your poor pup can relieve himself. If you notice these signs of lactose intolerance, or a change in behaviour possibly caused by dairy’s adverse effects, call your vet right away.
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