Golden Retriever (detailed introduction)

       As the saying goes, the moon is especially bright at Mid-Autumn, and every festival brings more homesickness. With the Mid-Autumn Festival approaching again, I believe a new wave of mooncake buying craze is sweeping through. The “moon” I mention is obviously mooncakes. As a must-have food for the Mid-Autumn Festival, the varieties of mooncakes are increasingly abundant, with more diverse fillings. We have to admit that our great China has a unique ingenuity in cuisine. I believe many dog owners have already purchased mooncakes to enjoy, but as for our loyal companions, will owners also share mooncakes with them? However, before considering enjoying the “moon” with dogs, we should first consider whether dogs can actually eat mooncakes.

       We know that the main ingredients of mooncakes are flour, white sugar, and fats, making mooncakes high in oil, sugar, and fat content, and the calories they provide are not negligible. Mooncakes are not only high in calories but also hard to digest, which may hinder the absorption of other foods, leading to food accumulation and indigestion. This is especially true for pets: there have been cases where dogs vomited and had a loss of appetite after accidentally eating mooncakes. Moreover, the fillings of mooncakes vary widely, so there is a risk of consuming foods that are forbidden for dogs, which can cause food poisoning.

       Furthermore, if a dog is already overweight, such high-calorie foods like mooncakes are unsuitable. Also, we all know mooncakes are quite soft, and after eating them, they can easily stick to the teeth. If owners do not clean them promptly, bacteria can grow over time, causing oral problems. Some so-called sugar-free mooncakes replace sucrose with sugar substitutes like xylitol and maltitol, and foods containing xylitol may cause liver failure in dogs.

       Therefore, overall, mooncakes are not suitable for dogs. If owners want to share the festive joy with their dogs, they might as well make mooncakes specially for them. This way, it guarantees the safety of the dogs’ health while allowing them to taste delicious "mooncakes," a win-win situation. So, in conclusion, a word of advice: do not easily feed your dog mooncakes.