🐾🎄 Spoiled Pooches: The Real Stars of Christmas Dinner! 🎄🐾
This Christmas, it seems our furry friends are getting the royal treatment as dog lovers across the UK splash out on festive feasts that even rival their own! Research shows that the average pampered pooch is set to enjoy a delectable spread costing £37.10, which is £10 more than what we’re spending on ourselves!
Millennials are leading the charge, forking out £53 on their dogs’ dinners, with Gen Z, 35-44-year-olds, and 45-55-year-olds following close behind. But before you go all out, remember—less is more when it comes to sharing your Christmas platter with your pooch. 🐶💰
While over a quarter of dogs are being treated to full Christmas spreads, complete with turkey leftovers and the odd Brussels sprout, pet experts are advising caution. Some festive favourites can be a recipe for disaster! Pigs in blankets, gravy, and anything high in fat or salt could make our pups poorly, even leading to serious complications like pancreatitis.
Charlotte McNamara from the Royal Kennel Club has some wise words: “Including your dog in Christmas fun is wonderful, but safety comes first. A little plain roast turkey and veggies are fine, but steer clear of seasoning and dangerous treats like chocolate or mince pies.”
To keep your pup’s tail wagging without a trip to the vet, stick to safe options like plain roast turkey, boiled chicken, and carrots. Let’s make sure our canine companions enjoy Christmas right alongside us—minus any food drama! 🦃🥔🥕
Here’s a rundown of festive dos and don’ts:
✅ Safe to share:
– Plain roast turkey (no skin, no seasoning)
– Boiled chicken
– Cooked veggies like carrots or Brussels sprouts
❌ Avoid:
– Chocolate, mince pies, and Christmas pudding
– Gravy, pigs in blankets
– Anything fatty, salty, or seasoned
Enjoy a festive feast with your four-legged friends, but remember, their health is the best present of all! 🎁🐾