Overview
Can dogs eat Jack cheese?
Benefits
- Jack cheese or Monterey Jack has a lower lactose content compared to other cheeses. It's less likely to cause digestive problems in lactose-intolerance dogs.
- Full of protein, Jack cheese helps increase essential amino acids in dogs, which are important for tissue repair and muscle development.
Risks
- Jack cheese is high in sodium content. Frequent and excessive consumption of Jack cheese can cause sodium poisoning and kidney problems.
- Some Jack cheese varieties contain harmful ingredients to dogs, such as jalapenos and habaneros. These may cause stomach distress in dogs with sensitive stomachs.
- The spiciness of the Pepper Jack cheese may lead them to paw at their mouth, which can lead to skin irritation.
- Monterey Jack cheese contains tyramine, a chemical compound that can cause migraines in humans as well as dogs.
Servings
- Jack cheese can be given to dogs occasionally as a treat in small portions.
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- Cheddar Cheese
- Cottage Cheese
- Brie Cheese
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- Stilton Cheese
- String Cheese
- Swiss Cheese
- American Cheese
- Colby Cheese
- Cotija Cheese
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