{"id":2118,"date":"2021-12-06T11:26:15","date_gmt":"2021-12-06T18:26:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rocklinranchvet.com\/blog\/?p=2118"},"modified":"2024-07-31T18:41:21","modified_gmt":"2024-08-01T01:41:21","slug":"seasons-eatings-offer-healthy-pet-snacks-to-your-buddy-during-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rocklinranchvet.com\/blog\/seasons-eatings-offer-healthy-pet-snacks-to-your-buddy-during-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Season\u2019s Eatings: Offer Healthy Pet Snacks to Your Buddy During the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The holiday season is not known as a time of year where many of us lose weight. Between the buttery, sugary desserts and rich, savory meat dishes, we\u2019re lucky if we keep weight gain to a solid five to ten pounds. Pets are no exception to this trend, but with some healthy pet snacks waiting in the wings, you can keep them satisfied and safe all season long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Get Your Veg On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While some pets go crazy for the crunch of certain cruciferous vegetables, others need a bit of convincing. The good news is that you can offer them a rich variety of colorful vegetables that add a lot of flavor and oomph between their expected meals of kibble. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To limit the possibility of choking, cut veggies into bite-sized pieces. This will also reduce the chances of them chewing and spitting out larger bits. Another helpful tip is to slightly steam the vegetable to bring out its full flavor while making food softer to chew and swallow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make a small plate of the following veggie pet snacks<\/a> to nourish and satisfy your four-legged friend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n