Family, friends, dogs, it’s lovely to have all involved! Although we want our dogs involved, it’s important to remember that there are foods your dogs can not have.
Fact about BBQ:
Due to lockdown, BBQ’s have become one of the top summer home leisure activities. It is also the 'Silver Anniversary 25th National BBQ Week' - This takes place from July the 5th to July the 18th.
BBQ for Dogs: What is safe to eat?
- Lean hamburgers - Some say normal hamburgers are fine but only a bite or 2 as too much fatty foods can be very unhealthy for dogs
- Chicken breast - This is a delicious protein that is low in fat
- Salmon - This is obviously DELICIOUS!
- Grilled vegetables - Plain vegetables such as sweet potatoes and courgettes are perfectly fine
- Fruits - Watermelon is a great option, you can even freeze the fruit pieces to make a nice treat that will help to cool your dog down
- Cheese - Only in small portions and would make a good special treat
- Ribs (Off the bone) - It’s important to not feed any cooked bones to your dog.
Foods that are not safe for your dogs:
- Kebab Sticks
- Bones
- Corn on the cob
- Onions
- Avocado
- Chocolate dessert
- Raisins and grapes
Five safety tips to have dog friendly BBQ
- Some dogs can be incredibly sneaky and if they see food lying around or food that is in reach, you bet they will try to grab a bite! It’s important to keep any food, drinks, tools and accessories out of reach!
- You’re most likely having a BBQ because it’s sunny and hot. Ensure that you have provided enough drinking water and shade! Your dog can easily overheat if these haven’t been provided. make
- More on keeping your dog safe and happy in the sun and heat, make sure to put sunscreen in the delicate areas to avoid sunburn.
- Keep your dog a safe distance away from the barbeque, food fresh off the barbeque will be too hot to handle!
- Finally, don’t give in to the puppy dog eyes! You don’t want to end the BBQ with your dog having an upset stomach
Skipper’s BBQ
Skipper’s had a BBQ on Friday the 16th, It was slightly last minute… BUT… It was delicious and all of us, including Theo, thoroughly enjoyed it!


Overall, it was a great atmosphere, working in the sun was a different experience and the food was obviously delicious! Even Theo was able to have a couple bites of the hamburgers!

Let us know your experience having a BBQ with your furry friends!