Can Dogs Drink Milk: A Note for Pet Owners
Many dog owners wonder what to feed their pets.
One of the most controversial products is milk, since not everyone knows whether it can be given to four-legged friends.
Let's figure out whether it's really worth pouring milk on dogs or whether it's better to refrain from this step.
Can dogs drink milk?
Let's start with the fact that this question is related to the age of your pet. Puppies can and should be given milk, since their body is ready to digest dairy products.
Up to 4 months, puppies have an excess of lactase, which helps break down milk lactose, making the product digestible.
However, the older the animal becomes, the less lactase remains in its body.
It is acceptable to give your dog dairy products with low lactose and fat content. For example, you can try giving goat's milk, which is much better digested than its cow's counterpart.
At the same time, it is permissible to give kefir and cottage cheese in small quantities, since they contain calcium, B vitamins and phosphorus.
