can we give sugarcane to dogs - #28201
I am really worried about my dog, Benny. He absolutely loves sugarcane, and I often find him sneaking a piece whenever we have it at home. I read somewhere that sugarcane has some nutritional value and is safe for dogs in small quantities, but I’m not sure if that’s true. Can we give sugarcane to dogs? I mean, Benny seems to enjoy chewing on it so much, but I also don’t want to harm him. He's a small dog, like, 10 pounds and I've noticed sometimes after he has sugarcane, his tummy makes these weird noises, and he gets a bit gassy. I thought, maybe it's just a coincidence or he ate something else, but now I’m second guessing myself. Could it be the sugarcane? Is it something a dog can digest? I don’t give him much, maybe just a couple of bites, but I’m worried I might be doing more harm than good. Like, should I be vetting this with somebody or just cut it out entirely? Can we really give sugarcane to dogs, or am I just setting him up for trouble with his gut? I know dogs have different dietary needs, but this is confusing. Any insights would be really appreciated!!
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