How to Stop Your Dog From Eating "Human Food" (Training Guide)
It’s lunch time. You sit down to eat your beef curry, and suddenly, a wet nose is nudging your leg. Those puppy eyes are begging for a bite.
In Bangladesh, we love sharing food with family, and pets are family. But feeding your dog from the table is a dangerous habit.
Here is a dog feeding guide on why you must stop this and how to do it.
The Dangers of Deshi Food
Our food is delicious, but dangerous for dogs:
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Onions & Garlic: Found in almost every curry. These are toxic to dogs and cause anemia.
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Spices/Chili: Can cause severe gastritis and vomiting.
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Cooked Bones: Beef or Chicken bones can splinter and puncture their stomach.
How to Stop the Begging
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The "Place" Command: Teach your dog to go to their bed/mat when humans are eating.
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Ignore Them: If they whine, do not look at them. If you give in once, they will beg forever.
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Feed Them First: Feed the dog their dinner before you sit down to eat yours. A full dog is less likely to beg.
Safe "Human" Snacks
If you must treat them, stick to safe, plain foods:
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Slices of raw carrot.
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Plain boiled chicken (no salt/spice).
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Apple slices (no seeds).
Summary
Love your dog by keeping their bowl full of dog food, and your plate for yourself.