I had a client come in yesterday asking if their cat could eat chocolate because ‘it was dark chocolate and supposed to be healthy.’ I had to explain that while dark chocolate might have some health benefits for humans, for cats it’s still very much a no-go! These conversations always make me chuckle but also remind me how important education is in our practice.
I’ve had a client insist their dog could enjoy grape jelly because ‘grapes are healthy for humans!’ I always remind them that our furry friends have very different dietary needs. You can’t teach common sense, but you can hand out pamphlets! 
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I get the chocolate confusion often, too! Just last week, a client thought vanilla ice cream was fine for their pup because ‘it’s just milk and cream’ — but it can really upset their stomach. I always try to emphasize that what’s safe for us isn’t always safe for them.
So true! I had a client ask if a small piece of pizza crust was okay for their dog, claiming it was just bread. I always try to emphasize that what’s safe for us isn’t always safe for our pets. Have you had any similar experiences?