Christmas is that magical time when everything smells of spices, lights twinkle throughout the house… and your dog starts looking at the table with eyes that say he deserves a feast too! After all, our four-legged friends are family — and of course we want them to feel the festive spirit as much as we do. 

But before you give your best friend a whole turkey leg or a hidden candy… take a deep breath! We're going to tell you how to prepare a safe, appetizing, and healthy Christmas dinner for dogs , without having to replace the family turkey with kibble! 🐶🎄

🎉 Why Prepare a Special Christmas Dinner?

Dogs love variety — just like us! But there's a big difference: their digestive system is more sensitive , and many festive ingredients that we love can be dangerous. 

Preparing a special dish with simple, fresh, and safe ingredients can:

✔️ Offer high-quality protein

✔️ Mentally stimulate your dog with new flavors.

✔️ Keeping your tummy happy without disastrous post-Christmas dinner cravings 🎅🐕

🍖 The Best Protein Ideas

The protein should always be in the center of the plate — without sauces, seasonings, or excessive fat! 

🦃 Turkey (Skinless and Boneless)

The Christmas classic... for dogs too!

Use only cooked turkey breast , skinless (as it's high in fat) and boneless (bones can splinter and cause serious injury when cooked). 

👉 Tip: Shred it into small pieces — easier to chew and digest!

🍗 Simple Chicken

Cooked or roasted chicken breast without seasoning is very digestible and a good option for dogs with sensitive stomachs. 

🐟 Cooked Salmon

Rich in essential fatty acids (great for skin and coat), but always without added seasoning or fat. 

🥕 Festive Vegetables (… but for dogs!)

Some typical vegetables are also healthy:

🌟 Carrots – rich in beta-carotene

🌟 Peas – vitamins and plant-based protein

🌟 Green beans – low in calories

🌟 Sweet potato – fiber and gentle energy

🎃 Pumpkin – helps regulate the intestines

👉 Everything cooked, without salt, butter, or spices! 

⚠️ Foods You Should Never Give Your Dog

Even if he stares wide-eyed at your table, these foods can cause serious health problems — from stomach aches to poisoning! 

❌ Onions, garlic, and leeks – can cause anemia.

❌ Chocolate and sweets – toxic to dogs

❌ Grapes and raisins – serious risk to the kidneys

❌ Cooked bones – can perforate the intestine.

❌ Sauces and fillings – too much salt and fat

❌ Foods containing xylitol (sweetener) – extremely dangerous 

👉 Even seemingly harmless foods like french fries, very fatty meats, or spicy fillings can cause digestive problems or pancreatitis . 

👉 View and download our recipe for a festive Christmas feast for your dog here.

Portion Guide

• Small dogs (under 10kg): 100-150g total
• Medium dogs (10-25kg): 200-300g total
• Large dogs (25kg+): 350-500g total