A single bite or a small piece of cheesecake is unlikely to
cause immediate harm to your dog, but more than a slice of cheesecake may send
your dog to the vet. Continue reading to find out how this tasty treat can harm
your pet.
Because it contains many harmful ingredients, such as cream
cheese and the chemical compound xylitol, cheesecake should never be a staple
of your dog's diet or a replacement for their dog food. The former may cause
canine obesity, while the latter may poison your pet.
While a single, tiny bite of regular cheesecake is unlikely
to cause significant harm, there is always the possibility that your pet will
react negatively. If your dog consumes a large amount, the risks increase.
Avoid giving cheesecake to puppies or adult dogs who have dental problems or
pancreatitis.
7 Cheesecake Ingredients That Are Toxic to Dogs
These common cheesecake ingredients are toxic to pets and
can have a negative impact on your dog's health:
1. Chocolate: Because chocolate contains theobromine, a
compound toxic to dogs, a typical chocolate cheesecake recipe can put your dog
at risk for high toxicity levels.
2. Cream cheese: The fat content of cream cheese can be
difficult for your dog to digest and contribute to excess body fat. Aside from
obesity, regular consumption of high-fat foods such as cream cheese may result
in weight-related health problems such as strained joints, hip displacement, or
pancreatitis.
3. Fruit topping: The berry sauce or compote that is
served on top of the cheesecake may contain xylitol, a sugar alcohol that is
toxic to dogs. Xylitol, a dangerous compound found in some commercial peanut
butter brands, could cause your pet to develop neurological issues or, in some
cases, kidney failure.
4. Graham crackers: The graham cracker crust, like other
cheesecake ingredients, may contain xylitol. The artificial sweetener and
preservative may cause muscle tremors or seizures in dogs.
5. Macadamia nuts: If dog owners suspect their dog ate
macadamia nut cheesecake, they should contact a veterinarian or a pet poison
control hotline right away. Dogs cannot tolerate these nuts and may exhibit
toxic symptoms as a result. Shaking, confusion, and lack of coordination are
all common poisoning symptoms.
6. Raisins: The tartaric acid in grapes, and thus raisin
cheesecake, can cause severe gastrointestinal issues in dogs and other furry
friends, such as vomiting. Raisins and grapes are also a choking hazard for
dogs.
7. Sugar: Some dog breeds are more prone to digestive
issues after consuming human foods, but sugary treats are harmful to any dog's
stomach. The high sugar and lactose content of cheesecake can cause abdominal
pain, bloating, and diarrhea in your dog. Furthermore, allowing your dog to eat
cheesecake, ice cream, or other high-sugar human desserts may result in tooth
decay and dental cavities.
