Table food meats are not advised for your dog because the seasonings that they contain (salt, pepper and other spices) and the dense consistency of the meat itself can lead to the accumulation of tartar on their teeth and under their gums. Vegetables like carrots and turnip cubes can be excellent for dogs because they efficiently remove tartar. Garlic is good to help prevent intestinal worms and many other diseases, so I add it to foods such as, poached liver, for my dogs.