Wheat is not essential but small plain cooked portions are tolerated by many animals without allergy. Avoid rich pastries and seasoned bread products. If itching or GI upset appears after wheat exposure, discuss diet trials with a veterinarian.
Wheat is a cereal grain from Triticum species, milled into flour for bread, pasta, cereal, crackers, and baked goods. Appears as whole wheat, durum, semolina, bulgur, and wheat bran.
Refined white-flour products are lower in fiber; sweet baked goods add sugar, fat, and salt. Dough products may include yeast, butter, chocolate, raisins, or sweeteners.
Gluten sensitivity is uncommon but possible in individual pets. Small amounts in complete commercial diets are generally safe.
