Hello, hoomans! It’s me, Riker — your loyal Lab and Chief Snack Inspector. Here’s my wag‑approved guide to which human foods we pups can share, which to limit, and which to bury in the backyard forever. This post uses native WordPress blocks so it inherits your theme’s typography, spacing, and sidebar styles.

Vet‑informed, playful perspective. Always consider your dog’s unique health needs and ask your veterinarian if you’re unsure.

✅ Safe Snacks We Can Share

• Carrots — Crunchy, sweet, and good for my teeth. Bonus points if they’re chilled.
• Apples — Slice ’em and ditch the seeds and core. Crisp heaven.
• Blueberries — Tiny antioxidant rockets—perfect training treats.
• Bananas — Soft and sweet. Keep portions small (they’re sugary).
• Plain cooked meat — Chicken, turkey, beef, or fish — no seasoning, bones, or skin.
• Plain rice or oatmeal — Gentle on a wobbly tummy.
• Peanut butter (xylitol‑free) — A Kong classic. Check the label: no xylitol.

Chef’s tip from Riker: Bake unseasoned sweet‑potato sticks at 400°F (204°C) for ~20 minutes for “dog fries.” Tail‑thumping guaranteed.

⚠️ Foods to Keep an Eye On

• Cheese — Yummy but rich; can upset sensitive stomachs.
• Plain popcorn — Only air‑popped, no butter or salt; avoid hard kernels.
• French fries — Too salty and oily. I’ll take a carrot instead… probably.

❌ No‑Go Foods (Danger Zone)

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Final Paw‑Thoughts

Sharing food with your pup should be about love, not leftovers. A crunchy carrot or a blueberry is just as exciting to me as a whole bag of fries. (Okay… maybe almost as exciting.) Keep it simple, keep it safe, and we’ll have more years of fetch together!

Tail wags and nose boops,
Riker 🐾
Chief Snack Inspector, Muttnet

Puppies, seniors, or dogs with conditions (pancreatitis, kidney disease, allergies) need extra care — when in doubt, ask your vet.