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Question: One of my favorite snacks is ice cream and my Pomeranian Charlie always looks like he really, really wants some whenever I eat it. Is it okay to feed a Pomeranian some ice cream? If so, is there a flavor that is best? Vanilla? Strawberry? Thanks, Andy J.
Answer: Hi Andy,
Ice cream is alright in very small amounts - for example, it is a great way to hide a pill if you must give Charlie medicine, as the pill will slide right down.
However, you should not give Lolo ice cream as a snack. Ice cream, as you know is milk based. Therefore, ice cream can cause digestive problems such as an upset tummy and/or diarrhea.
Also, it is so packed with sugar, that it can cause sugar levels to become unbalanced. A sudden increase in blood sugar levels is known as Hyperglycemia...Which is the opposite of the very well known condition of Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
Finally, ice cream can cause an allergic reaction in dogs, especially small dogs such as the Pom- it can cause skin itching - and that can lead to scratching...and that can cause sores that become infected....and the coat in that area can fall out.
Ice cream that has artificial sweeteners are not a good alternative, because many of those artificial sweeteners are toxic to dogs.
And finally, chocolate ice cream would be the worst possible thing, as Lolo could get sick from the ice cream and from chocolate. (Never, ever feed Lolo chocolate, it can be fatal).
Answer: Hi Andy,
Ice cream is alright in very small amounts - for example, it is a great way to hide a pill if you must give Charlie medicine, as the pill will slide right down.
However, you should not give Lolo ice cream as a snack. Ice cream, as you know is milk based. Therefore, ice cream can cause digestive problems such as an upset tummy and/or diarrhea.
Also, it is so packed with sugar, that it can cause sugar levels to become unbalanced. A sudden increase in blood sugar levels is known as Hyperglycemia...Which is the opposite of the very well known condition of Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
Finally, ice cream can cause an allergic reaction in dogs, especially small dogs such as the Pom- it can cause skin itching - and that can lead to scratching...and that can cause sores that become infected....and the coat in that area can fall out.
Ice cream that has artificial sweeteners are not a good alternative, because many of those artificial sweeteners are toxic to dogs.
And finally, chocolate ice cream would be the worst possible thing, as Lolo could get sick from the ice cream and from chocolate. (Never, ever feed Lolo chocolate, it can be fatal).
Now, many grocery stores sell "ice cream" for dogs. However, the best alternative is frozen yogurt. It is very nutriious and most Pomeranians find it to be very yummy. This way, while you enjoy your ice cream, your Pom can enjoy his own frozen treat !
Note: Poms are susceptible to temperature changes and if you are to feed canine ice cream to your puppy or dog, you will want to make sure to pay attention to the room or outdoor temperature...for example, do not feed this to him or her outside if it is cold/chilly out....and do not offer it if you are inside on a hot day and the A/C is blasting cold air.
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Note: Poms are susceptible to temperature changes and if you are to feed canine ice cream to your puppy or dog, you will want to make sure to pay attention to the room or outdoor temperature...for example, do not feed this to him or her outside if it is cold/chilly out....and do not offer it if you are inside on a hot day and the A/C is blasting cold air.
Do you have a Pomeranian question? Anyone who has the PetPom Book, can ask any questions...as many as they wish...for free...for life...and have the detailed answer in 3 days! Find out how you can have the PetPom book!
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