Dairy
Cottage Cheese (plain, low-fat)
Soft, mild cheese lower in lactose than milk, providing protein and calcium.
Who can eat it
DogsCats (small amounts, if tolerated)
Not suitable for
RabbitsGuinea pigsReptilesLactose-intolerant animals
Benefits
- Easily digested protein for animals recovering from gastrointestinal upset
- Useful way to hide medication
- Lower fat than most cheeses
Risks
- Many adult dogs and cats have reduced lactase and can develop diarrhoea
- Salted or flavoured varieties are unsuitable
Preparation and serving
- Preparation
- Choose plain, unsalted cottage cheese and introduce gradually.
- Serving guidance
- A teaspoon to a tablespoon occasionally, stopping if loose stools develop.