Cheese is fine in tiny amounts as an occasional treat but is calorie- dense and high in fat. Many pets are lactose intolerant; soft cheeses affect them more than hard aged varieties. Avoid processed cheese or any variety containing garlic or onion.
Cheese is made by curdling milk proteins into curds and aging or pressing them. It's sold as blocks, slices, shreds, spreads, crumbles, and processed cheese singles.
Cheese is a common table food and training reward, appearing in sandwiches, pizza, pasta, crackers, and cooked dishes.
Processed cheese products may include emulsifying salts, smoke flavoring, and alliums. Cheese sauces and dips add extra sodium and fat. Cheese-flavored pet treats are also widely available.
