Sprouts may have been voted the nation’s least favourite festive vegetable but dogs aren’t so fussy it seems.
A social media poll by pet food brand Vet’s Kitchen has revealed that sprouts are the fourth most likely titbit to be sneaked to our dogs over the Christmas period.
The Swindon-based firm asked pet owners whether they might be tempted to sneak their dogs any human food this Christmas, and were at first surprised to hear that sprouts were a popular titbit.
A spokesman said: “At first we were surprised by this statistic, but then we understood…genius! What better way to dispose of these tiny evil cabbages than to secretly pass them to an under-the-table-ally?”
Out of the poll of dog owners, the following top five sneaky treats were confessed to:
1. Turkey
2. Pigs in Blankets
3. Crisps or savoury snack
4. Sprouts
5. Biscuits
Vet’s Kitchen says it’s important to remember that a lot of human food is poisonous to cats and dogs, including mince pies and chocolates, and that meat on the bone also poses a risk.
Fiona Firth, Vet’s Kitchen nutritionist, said: “We all love to treat our adorable and irresistible pets but remember that sometimes they’re not the best advocates for their own health.”
