The human foods that could be making your dog fat were revealed – from grilled salmon to scrambled eggs

It’s something that many dog ​​owners do every day.

But new research may make you think twice about sneaking leftovers to your dog under the dinner table.

The study shows which human foods can make your pet fat, including grilled salmon and scrambled eggs.

“Most of us don’t realize how high-calorie our pet food can be,” says Lisa Melvin, spokesperson for Pet Range.

‘This is especially the case for smaller dogs and breeds that are more prone to obesity, such as pugs and Labradors. For small dogs like pugs, a single sausage can take up almost half of their daily recommended calorie intake.”

Britain is in the midst of a canine obesity ‘epidemic’, with as many as one in fourteen puppies registered as overweight by their vets every year.

One of the possible reasons for these high rates is that owners are treating their pets with human food, without knowing how this could affect their diet.

In their research, Pet Range looked at the recommended daily calorie intake for dogs of different sizes.

Dogs classified as extra small, such as Chihuahuas, require only 247 calories per day, while small dogs, such as pugs, require an average of 440 calories.

Medium-sized dogs, such as Beagles, need 739 calories, while large dogs, such as Dalmatians, need 1,092 calories.

Britain is in the midst of a canine obesity ‘epidemic’, with as many as one in fourteen puppies registered as overweight by their vets every year (stock image)

Finally, extra-large dogs, such as Labrador Retrievers, need 1,408 calories, while extra-large dogs, such as Rottweilers, need 1,701 calories.

Based on these figures Animal range looked at the calorie percentage of popular human leftovers or adult dogs.

Although two slices of bacon may seem like a reasonable portion size for a dog, the analysis shows that this amounts to 58.5 percent of XS dogs’ daily calories.

Even for XXL dogs, this portion size equates to 8.5 percent of their daily calorie recommendation.

Two other popular meats – sausages and fried chicken – can also help your dog pile on the pounds.

One fat sausage takes up 27 percent of a small dog’s daily calories, 16 percent of a medium-sized dog’s calories and 11 percent of a large dog’s calories.

However, the research shows that it is not only meat that can contain a lot of calories for dogs.

If you have leftover scrambled eggs from your breakfast, the equivalent of just one egg can take up 31 percent of an extra small dog’s calories.

Meanwhile, a tablespoon of cheddar cheese can take up 10 percent of a small dog’s daily calories.

“Many of us don’t realize how many conditions can be linked to being overweight,” Ms Melvin said.

‘From bone health to heart health and overall well-being, obesity can take a huge toll on your pet.’

If you notice that your dog is overweight, fortunately there are several things you can do to help him get into shape.

‘To help your pet lose weight healthily and sustainably, ensure he is fed filling, balanced meals and enjoys his food in moderation,’ added Ms Melvin.

‘It’s always a good idea to see a vet if you’re concerned about your pet’s weight.

‘Every dog ​​is different and just like people, they all have different nutritional needs.

“Whether your furry friend is a puppy or an adult, talk to the vet before making any major dietary changes.”