No, you should avoid feeding your dog Rice Krispies Treats. This rice-based cereal is packed with sugar and this can be quite problematic for a dog’s stomach if they eat a large amount of Rice Krispies in one sitting. Giving your dog a bit of Rice Krispies Treats is unlikely to cause much harm but there isn’t much benefit either from a dietary perspective.
Most dogs require a high-protein diet and rice-based products like Rice Krispies Treats aren’t an adequate meal replacement. These days, Rice Krispies are offered in a variety of flavors. Some flavors, such as the Cocoa Krispies cereal, should definitely be kept away from your dog’s mouth. As some of you may already know, these cereals may include ingredients like chocolate which are toxic for pets.
Other than rice krispies, there are many other human foods dogs should generally avoid. Check out our human food for dogs database to find out what they are.
Can Dogs Eat Rice Krispie Treats With Milk?
Most people are fond of eating cereal treats with milk. Although this combo works well for humans, it isn’t the best for your canine companion.
Dogs shouldn’t eat Rice Krispie Treats with milk because most canines are lactose intolerant, meaning they lack enough lactase to break down the lactose in milk. This leads to incomplete digestion of milk and other dairy products, resulting in mild stomach upsets.
How are Rice Krispies made?
Essentially, Rice Krispy is rice that has been oven-popped—the same way popcorns are popped. However, since the normal rice doesn’t contain moisture which is a vital element in the popping process, the production process of Rice Krispies is a bit more detailed. For instance, while the process starts with rice, the final product is not individual popped rice grains.
The rice is first ground into a paste, in which sugar, salt, vitamins, and malt flavorings are added. The paste is then molded back to rice-shaped grains, which are then cooked, dried, and toasted. It is the final toasting process that is done the same way popcorns are popped—the moisture inside the molded rice grains turns into steam, making the whole thing to pop and create the texture of your typical Rice Krispies.
The leading ingredients in most brands of Rice Krispies are:
How long is Rice Krispies good for?
Rice Krispies need to be stored in an airtight container or jar at room temperature. Even under these conditions, Rice Krispies will not last you more than 2-3 days.
To ensure they last longer, freeze them for up to 6 weeks. Then, store them in layers separated by wax paper in airtight containers. To use them, remove them from the refrigerator and keep them at room temperature for fifteen minutes before serving.
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