A human’s digestive system is vastly different from a dog’s – they have much shorter intestines, and many of the foods we eat can be too fatty, rich or toxic for dogs. The wrong foods can lead to diarrhoea, vomiting, dehydration and, in some severe cases, organ failure, pancreatitis and even death.
It is always kinder and safer to feed dogs food that is designed for them. Pet food manufacturer Royal Canin, for example, tailors recipes, kibble shape and serving size to specific breeds, sizes and ages of dogs, all of which are devised by qualified and board-certified pet nutritionists.
