Especially in the dark season, when it gets grey and colder outside, you long for a cozy evening on the couch. A warm cup of tea, a cozy blanket, your four-legged friend next to you and a suitable film to go with it. And of course the right snack is a must: popcorn, the classic film companion. But can I let my dog have a snack? You can find out everything about popcorn for dogs and whether dogs can eat it at all in our guide article.
Contents:
- Can my dog eat popcorn?
- Help, my dog ate popcorn!
- The solution: Popcorn for dogs
Can my dog eat popcorn?
No , dogs should definitely avoid popcorn during movie night.
Why? There are several reasons for this: The popcorn for us humans is made with sugar and salt, both ingredients that are extremely unhealthy for our four-legged friends. Additives such as sugar, salt and flavorings can cause stomach upsets in our animals. So popcorn is not directly dangerous for dogs, but should be avoided.
Especially if you find individual kernels in your popcorn, you should never feed them to your dog. Corn kernels pose a choking hazard and should therefore never be eaten by dogs.
Help, my dog ate popcorn!
If your dog has helped itself to popcorn without noticing, there is no need to panic. Popcorn is harmful to dogs due to its ingredients, but it is not poisonous. The first thing you should do after such an incident is to take a closer look at the ingredients in the popcorn. There are big differences, especially when it comes to oil and sweeteners. Palm oil, for example, can cause diarrhea, whereas xylitol poses a greater risk. If your dog has eaten popcorn, try to estimate how much he has eaten. Smaller amounts should not be a problem. It is important to continue to observe your dog. Popcorn is extremely high in calories, which is why other high-calorie foods should be avoided for the rest of the day. So that the popcorn can be processed in the intestines, it is important that your dog drinks enough liquid. This allows the popcorn to soften in the intestinal tract. If you are unsure or if your animal's general condition worsens , contact a vet as soon as possible.
The solution: Popcorn for dogs ![]()
So that your dog can safely snack on the next movie night , we have now developed a popcorn especially for dogs.
A look at the ingredients reveals: Our popcorn is rice-based, so it is low in fat and calories. It is also gluten-free, which makes it ideal for allergy sufferers. Our popcorn is also sugar-free, so diabetics can also enjoy it. Thanks to the valuable ingredients, our popcorn is not only perfect for a cozy movie night, but is also ideal for training or just as a snack.
The handy little snack can be easily fed from the hand and is therefore ideal for on the go.
In summary, our popcorn for dogs is simply a good choice! Our popcorn is available in the following varieties: liver , liver and green mussel , liver and herbs , liver and minerals & liver and vitamins . Have you tried it yet?
