Can I give my dog nutella?





Can I Give My Dog Nutella?Nutella is a popular spread that contains lots of sugar, palm oil and hazelnut. Skimmed milk, cocoa and soy are also ingredients. Could the chocolate alone be enough to make it off limits to dogs?

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Not only does Nutella contain a bit of chocolate but the other ingredients are inappropriate for dogs. This processed spread, and the bean content it’s derived from, is definitely not a good treat for a pet.

Read about better alternatives, symptoms related to Nutella poisoning and what you should do if your beloved dog consumes a significant amount of this particular product.

Can I Give My Dog Nutella? Answer: Not Recommended

It’s high in saturated fat and any amount of chocolate can be toxic.

While cocoa isn’t the main ingredient in Nutella, consuming a large amount can still be dangerous for your dog. The effect of chocolate, and the other unhealthy ingredients in Nutella, will vary depending on several factors including the size and age of your dog. Smaller and younger pups can easily be affected, while larger dogs could perhaps handle more before it may harm them.

Nutella is definitely not something your dog should be eating if you care about their health.

Chocolate is Toxic for Dogs

Theobromine, a compound in Nutella, is also present in chocolate. This substance stimulates the cardiovascular system and central nervous system, which can cause an increase in blood pressure. There’s a similar effect on humans but people can easily metabolize it while dogs cannot, making chocolate and Nutella potentially harmful for them.

The amount that’s toxic for dogs varies greatly which means it should be avoided all together.

Different Theobromine Levels

Milk chocolate – 50 mg per ounce
Dark chocolate – 150 mg per ounce
Unsweetened baker’s chocolate – 450 mg per ounce
Cocoa powder – 800 mg per ounce

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The Toxicity Levels for K9s

Milk chocolate – 1 ounce per pound of the dog’s weight
Dark chocolate – 1/3 ounce per pound
Unsweetened baker’s chocolate – 1/9 ounce per pound
Cocoa powder – 1/16 ounce per pound

Possible Poisoning Symptoms

It’s important to be familiar with signs of toxicity in case your dog accidentally eats chocolate or something equally harmful like Nutella. Symptoms can include diarrhea, vomiting, overall weakness, increased heart rate, seizures, decreased blood pressure, muscle stiffness, increased body temperature, restlessness and frequent urination.

A Nutella Poisoning Plan

If your dog shows any of these symptoms, you should act. Don’t wait or it could be too late. Serious cases can lead to seizures, coma or even death. If you cannot reach a vet immediately, there are things that you can do to prevent the situation from getting worse.

Make your dog vomit. You can mix hydrogen peroxide with water to achieve this. Activated charcoal can also be given as toxins bind to it. Keep your best buddy well hydrated with plenty of water. Be sure that a veterinarian attends to them as soon as possible.

Better Foods for a Pet Dog

Below are better food items that you can safely feed to your dog. Forget Nutella!

Oatmeal – Be sure it’s cooked and don’t add other ingredients. This is good for the heart and digestion.

Cooked chicken – This meat is high in protein and a good substitute for dog foods now and then.

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Raw and unsalted peanut butter – It’s rich in niacin, healthy fats and vitamins B and E.

Apples – Slice them and remove the core, as well as the seeds to avoid choking. This fruit is rich in vitamin A and C as well as fiber. It can also freshen your dog’s breath.

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Conclusion on Nutella

We do not recommend feeding your dog Nutella spread or any food containing chocolate or cocoa beans. Besides, the other ingredients certainly aren’t healthy and won’t do your dog any good. The bottom line is that any amount of Theobromine or chocolate, no matter how little, should never be given to pets as it can be extremely toxic. Don’t take any chances when it comes to your dog’s health which means Nutella is off limits.

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