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Can dogs eat bitter melon soup?

Dogs can eat bitter melon soup, but they can smell and taste the bitter melon flavor. Generally, dogs won't eat bitter melon. The effect of bitter melon on dogs is the same as on humans: it can remove fire, improve vision, detoxify, cool blood, lower blood pressure and blood sugar. However, its nutritional value is not high. If your dog likes to eat bitter melon, you can give it some, but if your dog doesn't like it, don't force it to eat.

**Why do dogs eat bitter melon?

Dogs have a certain curiosity and a mischievous personality. They have a habit of biting things randomly. Plus, their sense of taste is not as developed as humans, and bitter melon has the function of cooling and sweating. Therefore, it's not strange that dogs like to eat it. Dogs can eat bitter melon, which can help them cool down. Owners just need to pay attention to the feeding amount.

**What to do if dogs eat anything they find?

You can correct your dog's habit of eating anything by training. First, stop immediately when your dog picks up food from the ground, and use a short and sharp tone to scold it. Secondly, train your dog: when a stranger offers food, issue a command saying "no" immediately and pull the leash to stop it from eating. Repeat this process to train your dog. Finally, be persistent: refusing food training is challenging and requires a long time to consolidate the results. Be prepared for a long-term battle.

**What vegetables can dogs eat?

Vegetables like cabbage, Chinese cabbage, lettuce, potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, white radish, broccoli, and pumpkins are rich in vitamins and safe for dogs to eat. However, always make sure to cook them thoroughly and avoid feeding them raw. It's best not to feed them to young puppies, and adult dogs should eat them in moderation to avoid diarrhea.