‘You shouldn’t ever offer your pet alcohol’
Dogs dont naturally enjoy alcohol, so its unlikely your pet will drink a lot if they find it accidentally, May said.
“That said, accidents happen and alcohol poisoning can be fatal, so it is best to keep glasses of wine out of your pets reach to prevent any mishaps,” she said.
“Make it a rule of thumb in your house that drinks should not be kept on the floor, where your thirsty dog could potentially get to them. If there is a spillage of alcohol, it should be cleaned up immediately, and you shouldnt ever offer your pet alcohol.”
She added you should never offer them alcohol because this signals to them that it would be ok to drink such things, “if a glass were left unguarded on a table, for example.”
But for dog owners who really want their pet to join the party, theres good news: There are some pet-friendly and alcohol free drinks on the market such as Pawsecco, Woof & Brew dog beer, “if owners want their pet to join in,” May said.
When Jessica lowers her glass to her dog, then brings it back up to her own lips, Mark doesnt bat an eyelid.
He is too preoccupied trying to convince the woman hes known for a matter of days to marry him. They discuss their ages (hes 24, shes 34). He tells her how mentally stable he is, which Jessica considers a red flag.
In short, dont give your dog wine. Its not good for them.
We cant speak on the success of marrying someone withing a few weeks of meeting them — the finale of “Love Is Blind” hasnt aired yet. But maybe dont do that either.
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‘Feeding a dog alcohol is actually quite cruel and dangerous’
Alcohol can cause confusion and vomiting in dogs, “as well as other symptoms typically experienced by humans that overindulge,” May said.
“Your dog may appear dazed or lethargic after drinking alcohol, and may also begin panting excessively or develop a high temperature. In extreme cases of alcohol poisoning, dogs may suffer from muscle tremors, seizures or loss of consciousness.”
Dogs should be taken to a vet immediately if they show any of these symptoms, she added.
Jessica is hardly the first to indulge their dog in booze. A lengthy blog post on Puptrait Studio, a dog photography group, says some dogowners find it funny, but warns against it.
“Feeding a dog alcohol is actually quite cruel and dangerous, and feeding a dog beer or booze is a form of animal abuse,” the article says. “Even small amounts of alcohol can trigger life threatening levels of toxicity, including a dangerous condition called metabolic acidosis.”
Metabolic acidosis, also known as alcohol poisoning, can cause damage to body cells, incontinence, slowed heart rate, and even heart attacks, according to PetMD.
But Wait! Isn’t Wine Toxic to Pets?
Human wine certainly is toxic to pets, as it contains both alcohol and grapes. Alcohol can cause effects that range from mild inebriation to life-threatening medical conditions such as difficulty breathing, dehydration, a reduced heart rate and even seizures. And grapes can cause vomiting and diarrhea within 6 to 12 hours of ingestion, and kidney failure within 1 to 3 days! Yikes!
Many people aren’t aware of the dangers of our alcoholic beverages to dogs, and some even let their pups get a taste of their wine or other drink, but this could be lethal! That’s where dog wine comes in.
Dog wine is a specially formulated drink free of alcohol, grapes and carbonation, and is made of 100% dog-safe ingredients. It comes in several varieties, and often contains herbs or supplements that can be beneficial to pooches. Whether your dog just wants whatever you are having, or is a connoisseur of fine things, there’s sure to be a dog wine they will be wagging their tail to get another drink of!
Let’s take a look at some of the better-known dog wineries and their unique concoctions made just for pooches.
Woof & Brew
This British pet company specializes in dog beverages, and offers supplemental drinks that help everything from bad doggie breath to relieving gas. Along with their teas and treats for dogs, they also carry two varieties of dog wines that contain vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. These dog wines can be drunk as is, or poured over food.
Pet Winery
Based in the U.S. in sunny Florida, Pet Winery specializes in treating pets with their own wine and champagne blends, as well as specially flavored dog-safe ice cream! All varieties of their dog wines and champagnes include bacon and salmon oil which contains healthy omega-3 fatty acids that help support your dog’s immune system, joints, skin and coat, and even their heart! Just be sure your dog isn’t allergic to fish oil before serving up a cup.
Apollo Peak
Another U.S. company, Apollo Peak is located in mountainous Colorado. Not only does this furbulous pet drink company offer two dog wine varieties and occasional special editions, but they also sell pawdorable plush wine bottles for the chewer in your life. Some plushies are even scented with real anise which dogs love!
Got a dog who is more a bruiser than a sipper? Woof & Brew and the Pet Winery also sell dog beer for a different taste. And if your kitty is trying to get in on the action, check out Apollo Peak’s huge cat wine line, as well as Pet Winery’s feline concoctions.