Can dogs eat garlic bread? You may be asking this because your pup is eyeing your side dish on pasta night, and you want to give them a taste. Humans can eat garlic bread, so is it also safe for dogs to eat?
The short answer is no, garlic bread is not safe for dogs to eat. In addition to the bread containing ingredients that your dog shouldn’t eat, garlic is not safe for canine consumption.
If your dog has eaten garlic bread, you should contact your veterinarian for guidance. Here’s why garlic bread is bad for dogs.
Why Is Garlic Bread Bad For Dogs?
Garlic is not considered safe for dogs. Garlic is a root vegetable and is in the same family as onions, leaks, and chives, all of which are not good for your pup.
Some root veggies, like cassava, provide nutritional benefits and are safe for canine consumption. Still, substituting the garlic for another dog-safe root veggie doesn’t make this food a good option for your dog.
Butter and white bread, both essential ingredients in traditional garlic bread, are not good for dogs. Your pup will most likely be interested in this food because of its smell, but it’s best that you not give them a taste.
In addition to upsetting their stomach, giving your pup too much human food that is high in carbohydrates and fats, like garlic bread, may cause obesity or diabetes.
What Should I Do If My Dog Ate Garlic Bread?
If your dog ate garlic bread, you should contact your vet for guidance. They will most likely have a mild upset stomach, but at worst may need veterinary care.
Dogs can have very different reactions to consuming and digesting garlic. While some dogs will be completely fine after ingesting a little garlic, some dogs may suffer from hemolytic anemia, meaning that their blood is not getting enough oxygen. This is a result of a toxin in garlic that your pup’s body can’t process.
If your dog as eaten garlic bread, they may not present with anemia for a couple of days. Symptoms of hemolytic anemia include lethargy, pale gums, loss of coordination, vomiting, and diarrhea.
If your dog is presenting these symptoms after consuming garlic bread, take them to your vet right away.
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