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Milk??

Posted : 9/14/2009 5:04:56 PM

This morning I was sharing my english muffin with peanut butter with the girls and let them lap the rest of the milk out of my glass. I've never given them milk before, although they do have yogurt and cottage daily. I'm guessing milk is okay?? Anyone???

l.michelle

Posted : 9/14/2009 5:24:37 PM

Now i'm no expert, but I have heard that too much milk isn't good for dogs. But a few licks shouldn't hurt. We used to open the box of icecream when it was all but gone and let the dog lick at it

Kim_MacMillan

Posted : 9/14/2009 5:58:06 PM

Too much milk isn't good for anybody (humans included!!). Scientifically, milk is something that only young animals drink, to give them the boost they need to grow healthy and strong. Humans are the only species that continues to drink milk routinely as an adult. Too much milk has shown to possibly be linked with some eye disorders...*end science geek*

That said, a few laps or two is not going to hurt your little buddies!! Big Smile

Sunshinegirl

Posted : 9/14/2009 6:25:12 PM

I figured it was okay since they do get some dairy based products and I didn't give them much. They really enjoyed it, but I won't be giving it to them regularly. Thanks!