Is Peanut Butter Bad for dogs? - Can Peanut Butter Harm Your Dog?

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Is Peanut Butter Bad for dogs?: Can Peanut Butter Harm Your Dog?

Why do dogs go nuts for peanut butter?

Just like most humans do, dogs love peanut butter, probably, because of its aromatic smell, delectable taste, and a bit of a crunchy and creamy texture. Mouth-watering, isn’t it?

Peanut butter, aside from being yummy, contains oleic acid and omega-3. It helps our body to maintain good cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar.

Regulating the levels of those in our body lowers the risk of heart-related disorders and other diseases. But too much of anything is never good for one’s body.

Since it has high-calorie content, an excessive amount of peanut butter can also be a bad thing. It is also true for our beloved fur companion.

It can either be safe for them or can pose some harm. Let’s find out why!

According to studies, peanut butter is safe for dogs as long as they are not allergic to peanuts.

There are no recorded cases yet. Secondly, if the peanut butter does not contain any amount of xylitol, it is considered harmless.

Xylitol is an artificial sweetener usually found in diabetic-friendly food, such as chewing gums, mints, or candies. It is an excellent choice for humans because it does not have any side effects on us.

But not for our fur best friend. Xylitol causes the blood sugar to drop, which makes dogs disoriented or frail. In a worst-case scenario, dogs may also experience seizures, which can even lead to death.

In other words, xylitol and not peanut butter itself is toxic to dogs.

While keeping that precaution in mind, here are some of the benefits of peanut butter for our dogs:

Peanut butter is good for developing puppies. We can give them a great challenge by putting a certain amount of xylitol-free peanut butter on the mouth of a container.

More than keeping them busy, we are training them to strategize and be patient.

It is also to teach them to consume their food slowly. Because, as we all know, dogs love food so much. They will finish one as fast as they can, not just because they are hungry, but sometimes, to gnaw on the food of other puppies.

Giving them a hurdle from time to time won’t hurt, but it will be advantageous for both the fur-parent and the fur-baby.

It helps them release anxiety, keep calm while eating, get used to the owner being around them, and get less distracted.

Dogs need high-protein food to develop their body cells and muscles. Peanut butter is one of the most substantial sources of protein treat for our favorite playmate.

In moderation, it can give them the amount of protein that they need for a day. Since it contains good fats, we do not have to worry about risking our pooches’ hearts as long as we are not overtreating them.

Another implied advantage of peanut butter as a treat is for medicating dogs. Just like kids, it is hard to feed our dogs with the medicine that they badly need.

Well, you have found a solution for that! Peanut butter can serve as an undercover. He will sweep it all up without knowing that he has taken his medicine – less stress for you and your fur baby.

Dogs will love you by merely feeding them. Besides giving them peanut butter from a jar, you can also make a special treat for your doggo.

Here are some peanut butter treat recipes that they will surely love and you will unmistakably enjoy doing:

Puppy Cake Wheat-Free Peanut Butter Cake Mix and Frosting for Dogs

Since it is a challenge for us to go out and look for the best birthday cake for our beloved friend, we can rely on this peanut butter cake recipe.

It will surely make our dog drool and wag its tail in excitement. It is still a delectable treat, though. So we should consider feeding them just the right amount and don’t get swayed by their puppy eyes.

Looking for a budget-friendly peanut butter treat recipe? Here’s one right at your pantry!

No-Bake Peanut Butter Oats Treats

All you need are these four magical ingredients:

1 ¼ cup oats

¾ cup peanut butter

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon powder

¼ cup water

Mix the oats, cinnamon powder, and peanut butter together until the texture gets even. Add the water and continue mixing it for better texture.

Mold the mixture in whatever shape you prefer. Freeze them for several hours or overnight, and voila! You have your no-bake peanut butter oat treat for your doggies.

Got no time for baking or waiting? Worry no more, for these treats can come in handy, and your dogs will love equally.

Peanut Butter Cookies

Organic and all-natural dog treats are the best choices for our four-legged buddy. These peanut butter cookies have no corn, wheat, nor soy. No doubt, our babies will enjoy it.

Rawhide-Free Peanut Butter Mini Bones

Rawhide bones or chews for dogs can damage their digestive system.

It can also cause choking and blockage in the esophagus and other parts of the digestive tract. Rawhide-free food is easy to digest for dogs.

It is 100% safe, delicious, vitamin and mineral enriched, and highly digestible. Also, it helps maintain their teeth healthy and strong.

We all want nothing but the best for our dogs. So make sure before giving them anything, whether as a treat or a meal, peanut butter or not.

Be sure you’ve checked its contents and its effects on them. It is always better to be safe than sorry!

Bark-bye!

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MC Romesaint

MC Romesaint is a Biological Science major and is currently teaching. She is an avid reader, aspiring writer, and book author. Reaching each vision, one step at a time.