We have all done it. Our cute, little furry friend is practically smiling at us from beneath the kitchen table. The ears are perked and the tail is wagging. We know what our Yorkie is after. Just a tiny tidbit from dinner would be delightful, right? What could it hurt? It is just a bite or two after all. ⁠

Certain people foods can harm your dog and should never be a part of your dog’s diet

A Yorkie’s nutritional needs are not the same as a human’s. Sure, we eat some of the same things, but some say feeding your pet from the table is one of the biggest mistakes for your pet. A dog’s diet doesn’t require all the added goodies we put into our meals.⁠

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If your Yorkie’s diet consists mostly of scraps from the dinner table, chances are high that your dog will have trouble maintaining a healthy weight. ⁠
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Certain people foods can harm your Yorkie and should never be a part of your dog’s diet. Grapes, for example, have been known to cause serious problems for dogs, even death. Chicken bones and popcorn can also be a problem for your Yorkie. Permitting large quantities of chocolate can be dangerous in a dog’s diet. ⁠

While your Yorkie would no doubt love a food off your plate. Just be sure that they’re healthy, low calorie, low salt and low fat so that your dog can enjoy many years of long life with you.⁠

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