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Nutrition

Snack safety in plain language — portions, skip lists, label traps, and when to call a clinic. Educational only.

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Apples
Skip seeds and core.
Peanut butter
Xylitol-free only.
Chicken
Plain cooked, no bones.
Pumpkin
Plain puree, small portions.
Cheese
Fat and lactose caution.
Watermelon
Flesh only, no rind.
Eggs
Cooked is safer.
Carrots
Crunch, not choking.
Bananas
Small slices, watch sugar.
Blueberries
Training jackpots.
Strawberries
Hull and tiny portions.

Related desks

Browse all categories, the best picks hub, or jump to Ask Our Vet when something feels off — educational notes only, not a diagnosis.

How to read a “Can dogs eat…?” note

Snack questions look simple until the label lies. KennelLab nutrition notes follow the same rhythm every time: what is usually fine, what to skip, how much is a snack vs a problem, and when to call a clinic.

Start with peanut butter — xylitol is the classic trap.
Fruit notes: apples, bananas, watermelon, blueberries.
Kitchen leftovers: chicken, eggs, rice, cheese.

Browse the full desk at Nutrition. These pages are educational — not a substitute for your veterinarian.