Can Dogs Eat Peanut Butter Crackers?

Store-bought Peanut Butter Crackers will be fine for large or giant dog breeds like Pit Bulls Bernese Mountain Dogs Great Danes Saint Bernards or Siberian Huskies. Peanut Butter Crackers should be avoided by small dog breeds at all costs.

Are Peanut Butter Crackers good?

Peanut Butter Crackers are good for dogs in small amounts but these should not be eaten regularly by your furry friends. If you want a healthy peanut butter treat for your dog try this one which is highly recommended. We serve peanut butter cookies to all of our dogs.

Several reasons exist for why our pooch should not eat store-bought Peanut Butter Crackers. Lets first examine what they are and whether the ingredients in the Peanut Butter Crackers are safe for dogs.

Peanut Butter crackers: What is it?

The Peanut Butter Cracker is a simple cracker sandwich with peanut butter spread between the two crackers. It is a crunchy snack for everyone of all ages and the Peanut Butter filling can be very satisfying. When driving a car reading a book or watching television one can snack on it.

To name a few there are Ritz Peanut Butter Crackers Austin Peanut Butter Crackers Keebler Peanut Butter Crackers and Lance Toast Chee Peanut Butter Crackers.

Peanut Butter Crackers ingredients

As an example we’ll list the ingredients in one of the most popular Peanut Butter Crackers.

Austin Peanut Butter Crackers ingredients

The following ingredients are used to make Austin Peanut Butter Crackers:

Contains wheat flour niacin reduced iron vitamin B1 (thiamin mononitrate) vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and folic acid.
Soybean oil with TBHQ for freshness.
Peanut butter is made from roasted peanuts.
Sugar.
Dextrose.

There is also less than 2% of the following ingredients in the Austin Peanut Butter Crackers:

Salt.
Malt powder is made from malted barley flour wheat flour and dextrose.
A mixture of baking soda monocalcium phosphate and sodium acid pyrophosphate.
Soy lecithin.
Whey.
Yellow 6.
Red pepper.
Cheddar cheese is made from milk cheese cultures salt and enzymes.
Disodium phosphate.
Buttermilk.

Ritz Peanut Butter Crackers ingredients

Ritz Peanut Butter Crackers contain the following ingredients:

Flour enriched with niacin reduced iron thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1) riboflavin (vitamin B2) and folic acid.
Peanut butter (roasted peanuts salt and hydrogenated vegetable oil that includes cottonseed soybean and rapeseed oils).
Canola oil.
Sugar.
Palm oil.
Dextrose.
Leavening is made from baking soda and/or calcium phosphate.
Salt.
Soy lecithin.
Milk.

Both the Ritz Peanut Butter Crackers and the Austin Peanut Butter Crackers share many of the same ingredients.

Dairy products soy peanuts and wheat are all included in the ingredients. If your pets are allergic to any of these ingredients you should not feed them Austin Peanut Butter Crackers.

Lets take a look at the ingredients in detail to see why dog owners should avoid giving their pooch store-bought Peanut Butter Crackers.

Enriched flour contains wheat which is harmful to dogs with wheat allergies

As a general rule our furry friends do not require flour in their daily diet. When you see flour listed among the ingredients in your dogs food it is usually used to bind together several different ingredients.

The flour is an enriched product that is highly processed. It is made from wheat grains that are processed into flour. When flour is processed many of its natural nutrients are lost.

During the grains to flour process for instance the bran that contains minerals proteins and fiber is removed from the grain. It is also removed due to its 10% fat content which will reduce the shelf life of the flour. The germ contains minerals and B vitamins. Having the germ removed extends the shelf life of the flour.

As you can see all the natural nutrients in the flour have been removed during processing so enriching the flour will help to restore the nutrients it lost such as iron vitamin B1 (thiamin mononitrate) vitamin B2 (riboflavin) vitamin B3 (niacin) and vitamin B9 (folic acid).

Folic acid is a manufactured substance. Folic acid is converted into folate after digestion.

On the ingredient list you’ll notice a number of difficult-to-pronounce vitamins. Our furry friends would benefit from these vitamins and iron but it is recommended that they receive them from their regular dog food or nutritious food that is canine-friendly. These health benefits should not be obtained from human snacks that have a high-fat content.

In addition the enriched flour used in Austin Peanut Butter Crackers contains wheat flour which is not recommended for dogs. In fact among the three types of flour dogs should not consume is wheat. They should also avoid soy and cornflour.

Wheat allergy is possible in some dogs. If your dogs have wheat allergies please do not feed them Austin Peanut Butter Crackers. Its a good idea to call your veterinarian or take them to a vet for a checkup if you are not sure whether they have wheat allergies. During the check-up the vet will be able to properly diagnose any allergies your pooch may have.

Skin and coat problems are common in dogs with wheat allergies. Dogs with wheat allergies may exhibit the following symptoms:

Flaky dry and itchy skin.
Hair or coat loss.
Raised bumps or rash on the skin.
Gastrointestinal upset.
Constant licking of the paws.
Red and inflamed pads on the paws.
Upset stomach.

If this is your dogs first time trying wheat or flour a good rule of thumb is to only give him a small amount to see how he responds. You should avoid feeding them foods containing flour or wheat if he has them.

Soybean oil with TBHQ is harmful to dogs

Allergy-prone dogs should not consume soybean oil. Please avoid feeding your pups Austin Peanut Butter Crackers if they are allergic to soy. Soybean oil also contains more saturated fat than other vegetable oils.

Likewise soybean oil is not the best type of oil for our four-legged friends. Instead of soybean oil try:

Coconut oil.
Fish oil.
Olive oil.
Sunflower oil.
Flaxseed oil.

TBHQ can also be found in the ingredient list for soybean oil. Dogs should not be exposed to tertiary butylhydroquinone a chemical preservative. Generally speaking if you do not know what an ingredient is or can not pronounce it you should avoid that food.

There is no nutritional value to TBHQ. The compound prolongs a products shelf life.

For Austin Peanut Butter Crackers TBHQ in soybean oil protects iron-containing foods from discoloration by acting as an antioxidant. TBHQ consumption can damage DNA and cause cancer precursors in dogs’ stomachs according to research.

I stopped giving my furry family members Austin Peanut Butter Crackers after I learned about this. I was scared by the information alone.

Peanut butter from roasted peanuts is fine for dogs in moderation

In general dogs are safe from peanuts if they are dry-roasted raw and plain (unsalted). We cannot tell from the ingredient list whether the roasted peanuts are salted or plain.

Theres no way to know whether it is or isnot so you should avoid giving your furry friends the peanut butter spread in the Austin Peanut Butter Crackers.

Rather than buying store-bought peanut butter pet owners should make their own. Sprinkle a few crushed Sunflower Seeds on top of your Peanut Butter if your pups want something crunchy. As a result you know what is in the peanut butter such as the amount of salt and oil.

Although peanuts are packed full of healthy fats niacin vitamins such as B6 and E and protein it is important to note that they do contain high levels of fat. Peanuts can cause upset stomach digestive upset and pancreatitis in dogs who eat them regularly or in large amounts.

Due to these reasons make your own Peanut Butter Crackers for your four-legged friends and feed them Peanut Butter occasionally and in moderation.

Excessive sugar consumption is harmful to dogs

One Austin Peanut Butter Cracker contains 0.8 grams of sugar. Although it may not seem like much to you it is a lot to dogs. 0.8 grams of sugar is not necessary for your canine friends. Dogs may consume excessive amounts of sugar from this amount.

Sugar should only be consumed from natural fruits and vegetables such as carrots sweet potatoes and bananas. The sugar they consume should be derived from good carbohydrates. Dietary fibers starches and sugars are all carbohydrates.

When our furry friends consume too much sugar they suffer negative consequences. You may see your dog gaining weight. Canines who regularly consume too much sugar may become obese over time. Chihuahuas Bulldogs Shih Tzus and Saint Bernards are particularly susceptible to this danger due to their inactivity or laziness.

Diabetes particularly Type II diabetes can be a result of obesity in dogs.

Sugar can also cause dental problems such as tooth decay and cavities. Acid is produced by the bacteria in your dogs mouth when sugar is consumed. Because the acids can wear down your puppys tooth enamel they are harmful to his teeth. This leads to tooth decay.

Therefore we recommend keeping your dog away from Austin Peanut Butter Crackers.

Dextrose is unnecessary in a dog’s diet

The daily consumption of dextrose is not necessary for your furry friends unless they have low blood sugar or hypoglycemia. Dextrose is normally administered to dogs as a form of treatment such as through dextrose injections in order to raise their blood sugar levels. Therefore our furry pups do not need dextrose in their diet.

Excessive salt can cause sodium-ion poisoning in dogs

There is 50 mg of sodium in one of the Austin Peanut Butter Crackers. Dogs should not consume that much sodium. Despite the fact that our canine pups require salt for proper cell function too much salt intake can be harmful to their health.

Salt should only be consumed in main meals and not as a snack for our furry friends.

Keep in mind that our pups should have between 0.25 grams and 1.5 grams of salt per 100 grams of the food. One Austin Peanut Butter Cracker contains 50 mg of sodium which would satisfy 0.05 grams of your dogs daily salt requirement from a snack that is not good for him.

Keep an eye on your four-legged companions if they have consumed more than one Austin Peanut Butter Cracker to check for signs of sodium poisoning.

Salt poisoning can cause the following symptoms:

Very thirsty resulting in frequent urination.
Tremors or convulsions.
Weakness of muscle and body.
Diarrhea.
Vomiting.
Lethargic.
Loss of appetite.
Confused and uncoordinated.
Death (in severe cases).
Coma (in severe cases).

Leavening agents are not ideal for doggy consumption

Among the leavening agents used in Austin Peanut Butter Crackers are baking soda monocalcium phosphate and sodium acid pyrophosphate.

No nutritional value is provided to our pup by these hard-to-pronounce ingredients. The Austin Peanut Butter Crackers use it instead to make holes. On this cracker you can see about 10 holes.

In general dogs do not need baking soda in their diet so its not a good idea to give them treats or food that contains it. If you must give your pooch treats or food containing baking soda limit the amount to 5 to 11 teaspoons per pound of body weight.

Pet food usually contains monocalcium phosphate. Monocalcium phosphate is used to add calcium to food. It is not necessary for our furry friends to consume peanut butter crackers for calcium. They can get calcium from their regular dog food instead.

Dog owners need to look out for sodium acid pyrophosphate when it comes to this compound. When dogs consume too much sodium acid pyrophosphate they may experience the following symptoms:

Chest pain.
Frequent coughing.
Respiratory tract irritation.
Nosebleeds.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Diarrhea.

Because of this we recommend that you do not feed your canine friends peanut butter crackers. If you’re not looking your dog can easily munch down a few Peanut Butter Crackers.

Soy lecithin is harmful to dogs with soy allergies

As the name implies soy lecithin contains soy. Keep Austin Peanut Butter Crackers away from your dog if they have severe soy allergies or are highly sensitive to soy products.

It is also important to note that lecithin is not a necessary nutrient for our canine companions. They do not need to buy lecithin from anywhere else because their liver produces enough for them. Their liver makes approximately 3.6% of the lecithin they consume.

Lecithin should not be given to a dog on a weight management diet. The use of soy lecithin does not provide any nutritional benefit to your puppy. In its place it is used as an emulsifier and is used to increase the shelf life of food and prevent sugar from crystallizing.

It is better for your dog to get lecithin from natural pet foods such as cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts broccoli and chicken liver or kidneys rather than from Peanut Butter Crackers.

Whey is safe in moderation for dogs

Feed your pooch food that contains whey with caution since whey is derived from dairy. Meat products like chicken turkey fish or lean beef are the best sources of whey for our canine friends. They do not need to consume whey from Peanut Butter Crackers.

Yellow 6 is harmful to dogs

An artificial dye called Yellow 6 is used in Peanut Butter Crackers to give them their yellow color. Color additives like this are not safe for humans as they can lead to cancer behavioral problems hyperactivity in children and allergies.

Animals that consume yellow 6 in their food develop kidney tumors and adrenal gland tumors as a result of consuming this food. A correlation exists between yellow 6 and chromosomal damage asthma and skin problems.

Those are enough reasons to avoid feeding your four-legged friends Austin Peanut Butter Crackers.

Red pepper is fine for dogs

Red pepper is fine for dogs but theres less than 2% so they would not receive a lot of health benefits from it which is why its better to avoid giving your pooch Peanut Butter Crackers.

Its best to feed them moderate amounts of the red bell pepper fruit instead since this fruit is loaded with antioxidants and vitamins A C and E.

Tips: Do not feed your furry friends spicy Banana Peppers because dogs cannot tolerate spicy flavors well. Diets for dogs that are simple and plain are the best.

Cheddar cheese is not ideal for doggy consumption

Cheese cultures salt and enzymes are all present in the cheddar cheese in these Peanut Butter Crackers. Again salt is one of the ingredients in cheddar cheese which is not good for our pooch.

It is actually not cheddar cheese that is best for dogs. Instead it is low-fat cheese such as:

When compared to other types of cheese cottage cheese has a lower sodium fat and lactose content.
Soft goat cheese.
Mozzarella cheese.

Disodium phosphate is harmful to dogs

Peanut Butter Crackers contain a harmful ingredient sodium phosphate that your canine pups should avoid. This additive improves the texture of food by adding disodium phosphate also known as DCP.

Studies have shown that disodium phosphate can cause kidney stones in dogs as well as soft tissue calcification. It is highly recommended that you avoid feeding your pooch any food containing disodium phosphate including Peanut Butter Crackers.

Are Peanut Butter Crackers safe for dogs as a snack?

As a result store-bought Peanut Butter Crackers are not safe for dogs as snacks. We recommend that you make Peanut Butter Crackers yourself at home if your canine friends love Peanut Butter snacks. This will make them safer for them to consume.

Additionally you’ll know exactly what ingredients went into making Peanut Butter Crackers and be able to control how much of each ingredient you use.

Austin Peanut Butter Crackers Nutritional Profile (1 Peanut Butter Cracker or 6.5 grams)

Name Unit	Amount
Calories cal	32
Total Fat g	1.5
Saturated Fat g	0.3
Sodium mg	50
Total Carbohydrate g	3.8
Sugar g	0.8
Fiber g	0.2
Protein g	0.7

One Austin Peanut Butter Cracker contains 32 calories 1.5 grams of fat (0.3 grams of saturated fat) and 3.8 grams of carbohydrates (0.8 grams of sugar). About 92% of the calories come from sugar and fat. Your dog will eat raw fat and sugar if they eat the Peanut Butter Cracker.

Therefore our canine friends are better off eating natural fruits vegetables and meat than eating Peanut Butter Crackers.

You can accidentally inhale several of these crackers relatively quickly if you’re not watching. Peanut Butter Crackers sharp edges can likely cause internal injuries to dogs’ mouths and throats since dogs do not chew their food. Their mouths tongues and esophagus can be cut by sharp edges.

Should Peanut Butter Crackers be a staple food in my dog’s diet?

Peanut Butter Crackers should not be a staple food in your dogs diet due to the reasons stated above. In addition peanut butter crackers are not a healthy snack option. Despite being high in fat salt and sugar store-bought Peanut Butter Crackers should never be given to dogs.

To be certain you know exactly what ingredients went into making Peanut Butter Crackers for your pooch make them yourself at home. The Peanut Butter Crackers in this recipe are a healthier alternative to those made for human consumption.

This Peanut Butter dog treat is perfect if you do not have time or prefer to give your pooch a canine-friendly treat. We give our Chihuahua and Labrador this Peanut Butter treat and they both love it.

Can dogs eat cheese Peanut Butter Crackers?

It is safe for dogs to eat cheese Peanut Butter Crackers in moderation if the crackers do not contain additives preservatives or ingredients that are toxic to dogs. Dogs benefit from cheese because it contains vitamins such as vitamin A and B-12 as well as protein fat calcium phosphorus zinc and riboflavin.

It is better to feed your dog homemade cheese Peanut Butter Crackers instead of store-bought cheese Peanut Butter Crackers. The ingredients in these crackers and the amount of salt and other ingredients they contain will be clear to you. Moderation is key so cheese Peanut Butter Crackers should be an occasional treat.

Can dogs eat crackers with Peanut Butter?

Dogs can eat crackers and peanut butter in moderation as long as neither the cracker nor the peanut butter contains ingredients that may be harmful to them such as xylitol. The sweetener xylitol is poisonous to our furry friends.

Make sure to check the ingredients of crackers with Peanut Butter before feeding them to your dogs. Peanut Butter Crackers are always better when they are homemade just like cheese Peanut Butter Crackers. By doing so you will know exactly what is in the crackers and in the peanut butter.

Dogs should be able to consume the ingredients and amounts in the recipe. The key is moderation and crackers with peanut butter should be a rare treat.

How many Peanut Butter Crackers can I give to my dogs?

Donot feed your dogs more than one Peanut Butter cracker if you must. Consider your poochs size before doing this. Giving them one Peanut Butter cracker is fine if they are a big dog breed or an active dog breed.

You should avoid feeding store-bought Peanut Butter crackers to small or inactive dog breeds. Create dog-friendly Peanut Butter crackers at home if they love Peanut Butter so you can control the amount of each ingredient.

So can dogs eat Peanut Butter crackers?

Homemade Peanut Butter crackers are the only Peanut Butter crackers that dogs should consume since store-bought Peanut Butter crackers are not safe.

The health and longevity of your dog start with what they eat. Our dogs should only eat dog-friendly food when it comes to their food. Peanut Butter Crackers are one of the foods that are not suitable for dogs.

Dogs have a tendency to eat whatever they are interested in as a way of exploring what it is. They’ll eat just about anything and everything you give them so its no surprise. Even food that you did not offer them.

Therefore be careful with leftover food that you leave on the table. If your dog can eat it he will jump up and do so. Any leftover food from the table should be stored in closed containers in the fridge or on a high shelf where your dog cannot get to it.

Can dogs eat Peanut butter and cheese crackers?

No they should not eat Peanut butter and cheese crackers. Fat salt and sugar are all high in these crackers. Eating Peanut butter and cheese crackers regularly can lead to diabetes obesity and pancreatitis in dogs.

If your pooch loves cheese and is fine with dairy products try giving him low-fat cheese like cottage cheese or mozzarella cheese. Homemade Peanut Butter is the best choice for your canine friends who love Peanut Butter.

Can dogs eat crackers and Peanut butter?

Unfortunately dogs should not eat crackers and peanut butter. Crackers are not necessary for dogs to eat. Dogs should not eat crackers and any nutrients from the crackers can be found in regular dog food. Since store-bought crackers and peanut butter are loaded with fat salt and sugar dogs should not eat them.

Can dogs eat Austin Peanut Butter crackers?

Because of the ingredients in Austin Peanut Butter crackers we can confidently say that dogs should not eat these crackers. Below you’ll find a list of the ingredients in Austin Peanut Butter crackers so you can choose whats best for your pet.

It is not safe for dogs to consume enriched flour soybean oil with TBHQ sugar salt dextrose leavening agents soy lecithin and disodium phosphate. Furthermore dyes and coloring additives such as yellow 6 are used that can cause cancer in dogs as well as skin problems.

If you want to read more about dog food tips read here: Dog Food Tips and Tricks.