Butter cheese

What is butter cheese?

Butter cheese is a semi-soft semi-hard cheese. This means that it has a firm structure but is not as hard as hard cheese. It is easy to slice or melt and has a yellowish color. Butter cheese owes its name to its buttery taste and soft consistency.

Butter cheese is made from pasteurized or unpasteurized cow's milk. The milk is coagulated with rennet enzyme, i.e. it curdles and forms lumps. These are then separated from the whey and pressed into molds. The cheese is then placed in a salt solution, which gives it flavor and shelf life. It is then matured at a certain temperature and humidity.

Butter cheese is available in different fat content levels, usually between 30% and 60% fat in the dry matter. The higher the fat content, the softer and tastier the cheese.

Benefits of butter cheese for dogs

Can I give my dog butter cheese? The answer is yes, but only in moderation. Butter cheese contains some nutrients that are important for dogs, such as

• Protein: it helps build muscle and tissue.
• Calcium: Strengthens bones and teeth.
• Vitamin A: Supports vision and the immune system.
• Vitamin B12: Supports nerve function.

Butter cheese can also be used as a treat, reward or as an ingredient in homemade dog food. Many dogs like the mild taste of butter cheese.

Disadvantages of butter cheese for dogs

Although butter cheese has some advantages for dogs, it should not be fed too often or too much. Because butter cheese also has some disadvantages:

• Calories: Butter cheese has a lot of calories and can lead to obesity.
• Lactose: Some dogs do not tolerate dairy products well and can develop diarrhea or flatulence.
• Salt: Too much salt can increase blood pressure or lead to water retention.
• Allergies: Some dogs are allergic to milk protein or other components of cheese.

Therefore, only give your dog small amounts of butter cheese (no more than 10 g per day) and observe how he reacts to it.