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Can dogs eat human peanut butter?

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Most peanut butter is safe for dogs to eat, and in moderation peanut butter can be an excellent source of protein and healthy fats, vitamins B and E, and niacin.


Why can't dogs eat human peanut butter?

Dogs can eat – and many really enjoy – peanut butter. But beware, some peanut butter brands contain an ingredient called xylitol, which is toxic to dogs and even eating small amounts can be fatal. Xylitol is an artificial sweetener that is often used in foods to keep the product sugar-free.

What peanut butter has xylitol?

There are currently five peanut butter brands that use xylitol: Go Nuts Co., Krush Nutrition, Nuts 'N More, P28 Foods, and Protein Plus PB.

Can I give my dog a spoon of peanut butter?

Feed tiny dogs no more than a half teaspoon, small dogs no more than a teaspoon, and larger dogs no more than one tablespoon of peanut butter in a day (this doesn't mean every day—again keep to an occasional treat).

Is there a difference between dog and human peanut butter?

The real difference between doggy peanut butter and many human brands of peanut butter isn't the ingredients added to it, but what isn't. While many human peanut butter recipes contain extra salt, sugar, oils, or flavorings, dog peanut butter tends to only contain peanuts.

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