The Dog Who Asked for More: Understanding Life With Your Dog Beyond Dog Training and Behavior · Episode 270 · November 13, 2026 · 4 min
The Holiday Dinner Decision Your Guests Shouldn't Be Making for Your Dog | Dog Nutrition
Someone reaches under the holiday table with a piece of turkey for your dog. It seems harmless to them, but you're the only one who knows what your dog's body can actually handle. Keeping your dog safe around holiday food isn't just about avoiding foods that are toxic to dogs. Even ordinary table scraps can cause problems for dogs with sensitive stomachs or health conditions like pancreatitis. And when guests feed your dog without asking, you're the one left worrying about what happens next. In this episode, I'm sharing what holiday meals look like with Toby, who has pancreatitis, and why I've learned to set clear boundaries before anyone sits down to eat. You'll hear: Why even one bite of holiday food can be a problem for some dogs Which common holiday food hazards I watch for, and why Toby's pancreatitis means taking extra precautions How one simple rule about feeding your dog can help prevent problems before they happen Press play if you're tired of being the only person at the holiday table watching what everyone tries to feed your dog. Want a clearer breakdown of holiday foods for dogs, including what to avoid? I've put together a companion blog with more information about food safety and what to watch for during holiday gatherings. Find the link in the episode notes. Read Em's Weekly Blog The podcast starts the conversation. The blog takes it deeper. Every week, you'll find expanded insights from the latest episodes, practical takeaways you can use with your own dog, and Monday articles that tackle the everyday questions and challenges dog parents face. 👉 https://thedogwhoaskedformore.com/blog Want More Than the Podcast? Come join us inside the community. You'll find courses, conversations, events, and a place to talk about the things that don't fit neatly into a podcast episode. 👉 https://www.skool.com/the-dog-who-asked-for-more-6959/about This podcast explores dog training, dog behavior, dog behavior problems, dog obedience, dog training advice, dog training tips, dog training methods, dog training at home, service dog training, dog anxiety, dog separation anxiety, reactive dogs, dog reactivity, and dog body language. Episodes also cover canine nutrition, dog food, dog enrichment, mental stimulation for dogs, senior dogs, pet loss, and life with dogs. It’s a dog community for people who want to better understand the dog in front of them, make sense of conflicting advice, improve the relationship with their dog, and figure out what actually works for their dog. Some links may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase, it helps support the podcast and the RV tour.