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Unexpected Treats for the Patient With the Picky Palate

  • 2020-02-17
  • Steve Dale, CABC
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Certainly, dogs and cats have their own individual taste preferences just as we do. Some of our foods you may never guess pets crave. Who knew, for example, that many cats have a thing for olives, or that dogs (and not necessarily Australian Cattle Dogs) love Vegemite, an Australian food spread made from leftover brewers’ yeast extract with various vegetables and spices. Most Americans disdain Vegemite but many dogs love the stuff.

Of course, we all know that with bits of turkey dog or hot dog, an exam can go really well. And that some cats might ask for more vaccinations as long as the tuna or salmon continues to be delivered. This page includes other safe food items which many dogs and cats may surprisingly crave. +

  • Anchovy paste
  • Baby food (without onion)
  • Bananas
  • Blueberries
  • Bonito fish flakes (known as katsuo-bushi or katsuobushi in Japanese cuisine)
  • Braunschweiger
  • Cheerios
  • Cheez Whiz / Easy Cheese
  • Churro paste (A fried-dough pastry)
  • Green beans
  • Marshmallow cream
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Olives (no pits please)
  • Peas
  • Peanut Butter (without Xylitol, of course)
  • Rice cakes (plain)
  • Sardines (in pesto, in olive oil or in water)
  • Vegemite

Contributing to this story was Dr, Marty Becker, creator of the Fear Free initiative. He knows many veterinary professionals use these foods to minimize fear, anxiety and stress of veterinary visits.

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Steve Dale
Steve Dale, CABC

Steve Dale, CABC (Certified Animal Behavior Consultant) is the author of a popular blog, www.stevedalepetworld.com. He is the host of two national radio shows, and is heard on WGN Radio, Chicago. His many TV appearances include Oprah to National Geographic Explorer, and is a contributor on syndicated “HouseSmarts TV.” Steve edited “Decoding Your Dog,” authored by American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, and has contributed to many books and publications. Steve speaks around the world at animal behavior and veterinary conferences and serves on the Boards of the Winn Feline Foundation and Human Animal Bond Association. His many awards and honors include the AVMA Humane Award, and he was inducted into the Dog Writer’s Association Hall of Fame.

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