So they are not the best treats either, especially for dogs who chew them frequently and vigorously, she said. As with people, raw meats should not be fed to animals due to the risk of food-borne illnesses, such as E. Coli food poisoning. But it's not a good idea to feed them the fat off of meat, or scraps like that. As a general rule, I tell people if it is not good enough for them to eat, do not to feed it to a pet. Pets may have seizures if they get too much chocolate, but most pets that ingest a lot of chocolate will vomit most of it before it gets in their system.
Vomiting seems to be one of the more common side effects of eating chocolate.
Gaughan said dark chocolates and baking chocolate are more harmful in large amounts than milk chocolates. Healthful treats to feed dogs that you may have around the house include canned green beans. As long as they are rinsed thoroughly to remove excess salt, green beans can be especially good for dogs who are overweight as they are nutritious and filling, Gaughan said. A few pieces of popcorn are not a bad treat either, she said. Or owners can even take canned dog food, pat it onto a cookie sheet and bake it to form their own home-made treats.