Can dogs eat bread?
The variety of our breads is hardly matched in any other country, and whether it's wheat, spelt, or rye bread: every two-legged friend will find something to enjoy here. But what about our four-legged companions, and is bread a healthy snack for your dog? Learn more about the topic of bread for dogs here.
Bread for dogs: How much is allowed
The good news is: Bread is neither toxic to your dog nor does it harm him if he occasionally snatches your breakfast sandwich from the table. As with most foods, the amount makes the difference, and in no case should your four-legged friend be primarily fed bread. However, if a piece is left over, there's nothing wrong with a small bread snack the size of a dog treat.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Brot schadet Hunden nicht und kann in kleinen Mengen ohne Bedenken gefüttert werden.
Which bread is suitable for dogs?
Before you grab the cooking spoon and bake your four-legged friend a special bread, there are a few things to consider. The bread should not contain sourdough or yeast dough, as the gases produced in the intestines can quickly become dangerous. The expanding dough can, in the worst case, lead to a stomach twist and thus be life-threatening.
Furthermore, whole grain bread should be chosen in any case, and fresh bread is off-limits. Why? The fermentation process is not yet completed here, and only when the bread is a few days old and dried out can you offer your four-legged friend a bite. However, you should be cautious if your dog is already overweight. Bread contains many carbohydrates and can be a →real fattening agent. Your furry friend could benefit from a little less weight? Here’s how →with 5 simple tips.
If you are looking for a natural, high-quality snack, bread is hardly suitable for the long term. Eating in a species-appropriate and healthy way should be the focus. Our Pets Deli snacks score with their intense flavor and natural ingredient list.
Gesund snacken war nie so lecker!
Baking bread for dogs: Which flour?
Do you want to make your four-legged friend happy and bake a special dog bread for him? If your dog does not have a →grain and gluten allergy, you can use almost any flour. Wheat, rye, barley, and oat flour are suitable. For intolerances, gluten-free flours like rice flour, millet flour, or corn flour are appropriate. However, be careful when baking that your four-legged friend does not accidentally eat raw flour.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Abhängig davon, ob dein Hund Futtermittelallergien hat oder nicht, eignen sich diverse Mehlarten zum Backen von Brot.
Which foods can dogs eat?
But beware: Not everything that pleases you is good for your dog's stomach. →Some foods are toxic to dogs and can even be life-threatening. Besides bread, there are some other foods that are not toxic to your dog. These include fruits such as →apple, watermelon, [→banana](/magazin/hunde/hunde-ernaehrung/banane-fur-hund), and pear as well as vegetables like carrots, broccoli, cucumber, kohlrabi, pumpkin, and beetroot. An egg now and then or pasta or rice is also enjoyable for your dog. With all foods, however, the rule is: Always feed in small amounts. Ultimately, a [→suitable complete feed](/magazin/hunde/hunde-ernaehrung/was-ist-gesundes-tierfutter) provides your dog with everything he needs and represents a species-appropriate form of nutrition.
[TRANSLATION ERROR] Einige Obst-, Gemüse- und Fleischarten eignen sich für Hunde gut. Insbesondere BARF setzt auf dich Verwendung roher Inhaltsstoffe.
Are you still on the search for your furry friend's favorite food? Our dog food is not only delicious but also completely healthy. Grains, sugar, or artificial colors and flavors? Not here. Here, your four-legged friend can expect fresh meat, crunchy fruits and vegetables, selected herbs, and rich oils. Because our dogs are family.
