{"id":1712,"date":"2019-04-03T20:20:58","date_gmt":"2019-04-03T20:20:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/?p=1712"},"modified":"2023-03-31T13:00:36","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T13:00:36","slug":"keep-cat-food-away-from-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kitnipbox.com\/meow\/index.php\/2019\/04\/03\/keep-cat-food-away-from-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do Dogs Like Cat Food? 4 Tips To Keep Them Away"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Why it\u2019s Important to Keep Cat Food Away from Dogs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not sure how to stop your dog from eating your cat\u2019s food<\/strong>? Thousands of years ago, our pets\u2019 canine and feline ancestors used to thrive as part of nature\u2019s food chain. Every creature had to strive for their survival, playing the predator-prey game. Fast forward to today: cats and dogs<\/a> lean on the tasty convenience of pet food to get adequate nutrition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While pets no longer have to look hard for prey, they still haven\u2019t forgotten their wild instincts. In fact, their hardwired biology still urges them to search for and acquire food for their fur-family friends, despite having the convenience of pet food served to them on a regular basis. This is especially the case with dogs, who are known for stealing nibbles of food from nearby animals, like humans and cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not sure how to <\/strong>keep cat f<\/strong><\/a>ood <\/a>away from your dog<\/strong>? Humans can easily fend off dogs from their plate, however, cats can have a trickier time succeeding at this. For this reason, we recommend that families living with both dogs and cats work at keeping cat food away from dogs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What happens if a dog eats cat food?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dogs love cat food<\/a> and there are many reasons why. One of the primary reasons is that cat food tastes awesome (if you\u2019re a cat or a dog) and is full of wholesome fats and protein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What happens if a dog eats cat food? <\/strong>While cat food is not toxic for dogs and doesn\u2019t harm them if they eat it once or twice, they can suffer harmful effects in the long run. <\/em><\/strong>Here are some of the reasons why it is not okay to let your canine buddy munch on cat kibble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health Concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cat and dog food<\/a> are prepared to nourish and fulfill the specific nutritional needs of the species they\u2019re made for. Cat food is generally richer than dog food. Some of the best cat food<\/a> bags calories in the form of fats and nutrients, whereas dog food features a significant amount of carbohydrates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Short-term effects of a pooch eating cat food<\/a> may include stomach upset, due to cat food\u2019s fat and protein-laden content. In the long term, dogs who eat cat food can actually develop some chronic diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bad Habits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once doggies get accustomed to satisfying their sweet tooth from cat kibble, they may think it\u2019s actually their food and will refuse to eat their own dog food.  They\u2019ll eventually start waiting for the cat\u2019s mealtime for food, instead of their own. This further establishes bad habits, such as stealing from other pets\u2019 bowls and even begging for human food<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cat\u2019s Health and Well-being<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Obviously, the cat with stolen food will get fewer calories from their meal and may become undernourished. This situation results in decreased immunity, which, in turn, may lead to many other health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pet Disputes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some pets are possessive in general. That is one of the reasons why canines and felines mark their territories, signaling that they own the resources. When dogs steal cat food, it can spark disputes between dogs and cats, leading to fights and potential injuries. Moreover, this animosity can lead to anxiety and stress among both cats and dogs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Solutions to Keeping Cat Food Away from Dogs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is clear that one species of pet shouldn\u2019t eat food meant for another pet species. In order to avoid food and health-related adversities, it\u2019s recommended that dog and cat owners keep dogs out of their cat\u2019s food<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Methods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Elevate Food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Canines and felines have different features and abilities when it comes to climbing and leaping. Cats can easily climb to higher places in the house, whereas it\u2019s quite unusual and tough to reach those elevations for canines. Elevating your cat\u2019s feeding location is a great method to keep cat food away from dogs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Putting cat food at an elevated place ensures that all the food served to your kitty will be reserved for her. However, you should avoid placing a cat\u2019s food bowl on your kitchen platform as kitties can spread germs<\/a> in the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A raised platform, for example, in an elevated cat bed or cat tree work well as an elevated platform.<\/p>\n\n\n

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2. Exclusion Pet Feeder<\/span><\/h3>\n

You can use exclusion pet feeders to feed each of your pets, turn by turn, without letting them steal each other\u2019s food. An exclusion pet feeder can identify the pet by a tag on its collar or by the micro chipping technique. When the desired kitty or a dog comes near to the feeder, it will give them access to the pet\u2019s meal through a door.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can buy exclusion feeders online or, if you\u2019re a tech-savvy person, build one yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Pet Doors<\/span><\/h3>\n

You can leverage the physical attributes of pets to solve pet feeding problem. Build a pet entrance that\u2019s big enough to let a cat slip through, but won\u2019t let a bigger sized pet, like a dog, into a room door. Ultimately, this solution gives your cats a room dedicated to their feeding station that only they can access.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Cat Food Enclosure<\/span><\/h3>\n

A cat food enclosure is a small structure for a cat\u2019s meal. It is designed so that only the cat you want to feed has access to it. The main feature of a cat food enclosure is its doorway. The small size doorway will let your feline easily enter the \u2018food-zone\u2019 and keep bigger pets, like your doggie, out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Takeaway<\/b><\/h2>\n

A dog\u2019s love of cat food can lead to health-related adversities in the long run. This is why <\/span>cats should eat their meals<\/span><\/a> in a place that is safe and separate from their doggy friends. If you have a marvelous solution for <\/span>how to keep dogs out of cats\u2019 food<\/b>, <\/span>we invite you to share<\/span><\/a> it with our other readers. Happy commenting!<\/span><\/p>\n

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