{"id":4563,"date":"2022-08-24T03:15:05","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T03:15:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/"},"modified":"2022-08-25T10:24:36","modified_gmt":"2022-08-25T10:24:36","slug":"will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Will yogurt hurt my dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Will_yogurt_hurt_my_dog\" title=\"Will yogurt hurt my dog?\">Will yogurt hurt my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_yogurt\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats yogurt?\">What happens if a dog eats yogurt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#How_much_yogurt_should_I_give_my_dog\" title=\"How much yogurt should I give my dog?\">How much yogurt should I give my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#What_kind_of_yogurt_is_good_for_dogs\" title=\"What kind of yogurt is good for dogs?\">What kind of yogurt is good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Can_yoghurt_kill_dogs\" title=\"Can yoghurt kill dogs?\">Can yoghurt kill dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#What_is_a_natural_probiotic_for_dogs\" title=\"What is a natural probiotic for dogs?\">What is a natural probiotic for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Can_dogs_eat_yogurt_everyday\" title=\"Can dogs eat yogurt everyday?\">Can dogs eat yogurt everyday?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Will_yogurt_help_my_dog_poop\" title=\"Will yogurt help my dog poop?\">Will yogurt help my dog poop?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Are_eggs_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Are eggs good for dogs?\">Are eggs good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Is_peanut_butter_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Is peanut butter good for dogs?\">Is peanut butter good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#What_is_the_best_probiotic_yogurt_for_dogs\" title=\"What is the best probiotic yogurt for dogs?\">What is the best probiotic yogurt for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Are_bananas_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Are bananas good for dogs?\">Are bananas good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#What_Milk_Can_dogs_drink\" title=\"What Milk Can dogs drink?\">What Milk Can dogs drink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Is_honey_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Is honey good for dogs?\">Is honey good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Are_blueberries_OK_to_give_dogs\" title=\"Are blueberries OK to give dogs?\">Are blueberries OK to give dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog\/#Is_yogurt_good_for_dogs_with_allergies\" title=\"Is yogurt good for dogs with allergies?\">Is yogurt good for dogs with allergies?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_yogurt_hurt_my_dog\"><\/span>Will yogurt hurt my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Yogurt. Another safe human food for dogs is yogurt. Yogurt is high in calcium and protein, making it a great treat for canines. Furthermore, yogurts with active bacteria can act as a probiotic and are good for your dog\u2019s dog\u2019s digestive system.<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-id=\"271118\">Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/best-answer-how-do-you-freeze-kong-dog-food\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Best answer: How do you freeze Kong dog food?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-yogurt\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_yogurt\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats yogurt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hazards of Feeding Dogs Yogurt<\/p>\n<p>Again, although yogurt is not toxic, your dog might have trouble digesting it. Dogs\u2019 bodies are not designed to digest lactose after puppyhood, and, therefore, a food high in lactose can cause gas, diarrhea, and vomiting.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/azin22hFxJI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-yogurt-should-i-give-my-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_yogurt_should_I_give_my_dog\"><\/span>How much yogurt should I give my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, one to two teaspoons of yogurt a day is a fair amount to give your dog.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-kind-of-yogurt-is-good-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kind_of_yogurt_is_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>What kind of yogurt is good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unless your dog is lactose intolerant, plain Greek yogurt is better and safer for dogs than other types of yogurt. It contains more concentrated levels of probiotics (live cultures of bacteria), which do good things for a dog\u2019s gut.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/30xvhHDM6B0\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-yoghurt-kill-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_yoghurt_kill_dogs\"><\/span>Can yoghurt kill dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes. Unless your dog is lactose intolerant. Yogurt contains probiotics (live cultures of bacteria) that do good things for a dog\u2019s gut, particularly for dogs taking antibiotics, which a kill off some of the good bacteria in a dog\u2019s belly.\u00a0 One of these \u2014 Xylitol \u2014 is extremely toxic to dogs.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-a-natural-probiotic-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_natural_probiotic_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is a natural probiotic for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A good source of natural probiotics for dogs is yogurt or kefir with live cultures. Sometimes certain brands use cultures to make yogurt or kefir, but they are not probiotics. Yogurt and kefir may also contain artificial sweeteners, which can be dangerous for dogs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-193620 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-a-natural-probiotic-for-dogs-1.jpg\" alt=\"What is a natural probiotic for dogs?\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-a-natural-probiotic-for-dogs-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-a-natural-probiotic-for-dogs-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-is-a-natural-probiotic-for-dogs-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-dogs-eat-yogurt-everyday\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_eat_yogurt_everyday\"><\/span>Can dogs eat yogurt everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, most dogs can handle small amounts of plain Greek yogurt every day. The proper serving size is one spoonful for small dogs, two spoonfuls for medium dogs, or three spoonfuls for large dogs, mixed into their regular food or served separately.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"will-yogurt-help-my-dog-poop\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_yogurt_help_my_dog_poop\"><\/span>Will yogurt help my dog poop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is having diarrhea try feeding them plain yogurt to settle their stomach. This can be served on their kibble or eaten separately, depending on what your dog prefers. We recommend plain Greek yogurt because it supplies crucial probiotics and healthy flora to your dog\u2019s gut.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/c0doLFg8_d0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pBhUxTRtrrw\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"are-eggs-good-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_eggs_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are eggs good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes. Eggs are good for dogs to eat. Of course, they are rich in protein, but aside from that eggs are also a good source of linoleic acid and fat-soluble vitamins like Vitamin A.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-peanut-butter-good-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_peanut_butter_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Is peanut butter good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most peanut butter is safe for dogs to eat, and in moderation peanut butter can be an excellent source of protein and healthy fats, vitamins B and E, and niacin.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-best-probiotic-yogurt-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_probiotic_yogurt_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is the best probiotic yogurt for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Greek yogurt contains probiotics and is healthy and safe for dogs. It\u2019s generally thicker than other yogurts because they remove whey during the production process.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"are-bananas-good-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_bananas_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are bananas good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Purina experts say yes\u2014bananas are a great treat for your pooch. Unlike other fruits, which may have toxic components, every part of a banana is safe for your dog to eat.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sX8GgDgjq00\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-milk-can-dogs-drink\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Milk_Can_dogs_drink\"><\/span>What Milk Can dogs drink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How Much Milk Can Dogs Drink? Milk is a safe treat in small quantities. A few tablespoons of cow\u2019s milk or goat\u2019s milk on an occasional basis can be a nice reward for your dog without the side effects of overindulgence.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-193625 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Milk-Can-dogs-drink-4.jpg\" alt=\"What Milk Can dogs drink?\" width=\"760\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Milk-Can-dogs-drink-4.jpg 760w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-Milk-Can-dogs-drink-4-300x170.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-honey-good-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_honey_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Is honey good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Honey is safe for dogs to eat in small quantities. It contains natural sugars and small amounts of vitamins and minerals, and is used as a sweetener in many foods and beverages.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"are-blueberries-ok-to-give-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_blueberries_OK_to_give_dogs\"><\/span>Are blueberries OK to give dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, blueberries are a great low-calorie treat for dogs. They also contain antioxidants, fiber and vitamins C and K. These nutrients support the immune system and contribute to overall health. Adding blueberries to your dog\u2019s diet is a great way to help keep him happy and healthy.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-yogurt-good-for-dogs-with-allergies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_yogurt_good_for_dogs_with_allergies\"><\/span>Is yogurt good for dogs with allergies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Plain, Sugar-Free Yogurt<\/p>\n<p>This remedy is good for dogs who have certain rashes, hives, or allergies. Feeding small dogs one teaspoon of yogurt and big dogs two teaspoons once a week will improve their overall gut health. Most dogs like the taste of yogurt on its own, but it can also be mixed with food to help digestion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Will yogurt hurt my dog?What happens if a dog eats yogurt?How much yogurt should I give my dog?What kind of yogurt is good for dogs?Can yoghurt kill dogs?What is a natural probiotic for dogs?Can dogs eat yogurt everyday?Will yogurt help my dog poop?Are eggs good for dogs?Is peanut butter good for dogs?What&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":193618,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Will-yogurt-hurt-my-dog.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4563"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4563"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4563\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":193626,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4563\/revisions\/193626"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/193618"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4563"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4563"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4563"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}