By Emily Gantt
Published: 06/24/2021, edited: 05/25/2022
Published: 6/24/2021
It’s grilling season again, and we bet your dog is just as excited about it as you are. But barbeques can be a dangerous place for pups. After all, you’re cooking with fire, and there are unsafe foods at every turn. But we’re here to prepare you for grilling season with dog-friendly foods and preventative measures you can take to ensure your pup has a good — and safe — time. First, let’s explore some tips to keep your pet as safe as "pawssible" when grilling.
When throwing a dog-friendly barbeque, it’s important to know what dogs can and can’t eat. It can be tempting to give your pup unsafe foods, especially when they are drooling over a cooked bone. Stick with safe foods instead. Here are two lists to refer to when grilling out with your furry companions:
Safe foods
Diced hotdogs
Hamburger patties
Grilled chicken (off the bone)
Fish (deboned)
Steak
Zucchini
Unsafe foods
Onions
Garlic
Avocado
Cooked bones
Chicken bones
Grapes
Raw meat
Alcohol
Dehydration and overheating are significant risks during those hot summer days. Keep fresh water out for your fur-babies since the summer sun and added heat from the barbeque can quickly make a pup dehydrate. It might also help to fill up a kiddie pool so your pup has somewhere to cool off if they start overheating.
We all know that cooking with an open flame can be dangerous, but some of your grilling supplies can be just as harmful as the grill itself. Matches and fire starters can both spell trouble for curious canines. The potassium chlorate in matchheads is poisonous to canines and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even seizures. Lighter fluid is just as or even more dangerous. Ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact with lighter fluid can all hurt a dog. For these reasons, you should keep your grilling supplies in a locking bin, where Fido can’t get ahold of them.
Barbeques are a lot of fun for dogs, but they can also be dangerous to curious and hungry puppers. So make sure you keep your barbeque a safe environment for the two- and four-legged guests. Here are some quick tips for keeping pets safe while grilling:
What is a barbeque guide without a few dog-friendly recipes? These recipes are easy enough for the most novice of grill masters, but your pup will think of them as gourmet cuisine.
Cheeseburgers are a cookout staple, but bread isn’t the best for dogs. So rather than giving Fido a bite of yours, why not cook them their own hamburger steak?
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These popsicles are a great way for humans and canines to beat the heat! Not only are these delicious, but they're also packed with antioxidants.
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These chicken and zucchini kabobs are as nutritious as they are delicious — for humans and puppers too! Plus, these have breath-freshening parsley and rosemary, which boast added vitamins and nutrients.
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Salmon is a fantastic source of omega-3 fatty acids for dogs, not to mention it tastes great!
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Deviled eggs are a traditional side dish for barbeques, so why not make them canine-friendly so everyone can enjoy them?
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Want more summer safety tips for dogs? Check out these 7 safety tips for outdoor barbeques.
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