Dogs

       The Spring Festival comes every year, and what to eat during the festival has long been a well-worn topic. With the continuous improvement of owners' living standards, pets have also begun to enjoy more "luxurious" lives. Various flavored packaged pet foods can no longer make it to the pet feast menus during the New Year; instead, freshly baked cakes, fresh seafood, and more have taken their place. However, the frequent occurrence of pet lifestyle diseases has made many owners realize that pet diets are not about eating more or eating better. So now, with these "beloved darlings" lacking nothing, what exactly should we feed them during the New Year?

       Everything Else Is Secondary, Health Is Most Important

       Almost every year, pet experts remind pet lovers not to give pets too many random foods during the New Year, but many pets still get sick from "overeating and bingeing"! Therefore, parents must pay attention to pets' dietary health during the Spring Festival. So, what kind of food is considered healthy?

       The answer is: feed pets what they should eat!

       In the past, when Spring Festival came, many owners felt their pets who had eaten pet food all year deserved a change of taste, so they took the opportunity to give their pets a big feast, accepting every kind of food. Actually, this is a big mistake. For pets, the ingredients of human food are completely different from their needs. Long-term consumption can cause nutritional deficiencies in pets. Meanwhile, human food generally has higher salt and oil content, which exceeds what pets’ bodies can handle. Pets can easily suffer from hair loss, indigestion, or even kidney disease as a result.

       Veterinarians say it’s okay to change flavors for pets, but one must not cross the line. Pet lovers can buy more snacks from pet stores like Boqi.com and slightly process these snacks to turn them into delicious festive meals. Many pet owners share some healthy and nutritious recipes on Boqi.com and other websites, which are simple to prepare and highly palatable. Owners may try making some homemade meals for their beloved pets. Below, a few simple and tasty New Year meal recipes are recommended.

       Tips:

       Method one: Prepare various small snacks, such as dried chicken breast, and a slice of cheese. Warm them in the microwave on low heat for 2 minutes, stir evenly, and pets will definitely be unable to resist!

       Method two: Prepare some ham, minced cucumber, cooked eggs, and cheese. Put chicken liver and cheese in the microwave on medium heat for 1 minute, mix with other ingredients, and make sure to mash the chicken liver completely to coat the dog food and cucumber. This method is both nutritious and delicious.

       Note: The above two methods are mainly for carnivorous pets like dogs and cats. For some special pets, pet lovers should treat them differently. Besides, you can also use your imagination to create your own DIY recipes but must follow the most basic principle — health.

       Handle Carefully, Digestive Health Is Key

       Celebrating the festival doesn’t mean fearing food. As long as eating is healthy and digestion is smooth, pets can happily welcome the New Year. During the festival, with many guests at home, pets tend to be "excitable", and relatives and friends often feed the adorable pets some chicken, duck, fish, fruit, or pastries bit by bit. Soon, these pets become like living, mobile refrigerators, quickly showing signs of digestive problems, some even vomiting, at which point owners will regret too late.

       Regarding this, Boqi.com pet experts recommend that even during the Spring Festival, pets’ diets should be regular and measured. Do not let relatives and friends casually feed pets. Small amounts of snacks are acceptable, but feeding random foods will certainly cause indigestion. If owners find their pets have eaten a lot of snacks, they should reduce the amount of regular meals accordingly. As a precaution, Boqi.com experts also provide some tips to prevent indigestion for pet lovers.

       Tips:

       Preparation: Parents should control pets’ diets. For gluttonous pets, besides reminding friends not to feed them casually, you can give digestive aids at breakfast such as yeast pills or lactase supplements. Also, feed some after dinner to help them digest quickly.

       Remedy: If pets show symptoms of vomiting or diarrhea caused by indigestion, you can feed them developmental capsules directly, which usually have immediate effects. If not effective, it indicates the pet ate something unhygienic and needs immediate veterinary care.

       The 2014 Spring Festival is just around the corner, and pet lovers hope their pet darlings to be healthy and happy. Rather than remedying after the fact, it’s better to prepare and be mindful from the start. Finally, a reminder: given that express deliveries usually take holidays during the Spring Festival, there will be interruptions in delivery service. Please prepare your pet’s food in advance!