1 Tip, 1 Idea, 1 Quote.
On safe celebration food
Dog Trainer Auckland
December 16, 2025
1 Tip - on life with your dog
How to keep your dog 'food safe' on celebration days:
- Keep them out of the kitchen to avoid access to scraps.
- Stick to your dog's regular food as overfeeding can cause an upset stomach.
- Ask guests not to feed your dog, as every little bit adds up.
- Secure the rubbish to prevent your dog from getting into it.
- Keep your vet's holiday hours and emergency number handy just in case.
1 Idea - on the leading edge
Foods to Avoid and Foods Your Dog May Enjoy
Avoid: ❌ Chocolate ❌ Nuts ❌ Cooked meat bones ❌ Garlic, onions, chives, scallions ❌ Raisins, currants, grapes ❌ Sugary sides/desserts (cranberry sauce) ❌ Stuffing ❌ Avocado ❌ Alcohol
Try out: ✅ Lean pieces of turkey breast ✅ Cooked sweet potato ✅ Green beans, brocolli or carrots ✅ Mashed or boiled potatoes ✅ Gravy ✅ Chicken, beef, or veggie broth
1 Quote - on dogs
Dogs seem to listen, but probably only hear "blah, blah, FOOD, blah, blah, blah. Tim Allen
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