Our editors weigh in on this hot take.

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This innocent moment has caused quite a stir.

a photo of the Serena Williams

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However, some side with Williams, questioning who doesnt give their dog a snack while cooking?

She knows if she hangs around and waits patiently, shell get a bite.

Hell sit patiently while I peel and chop away.

When Im finished, Ill toss some end pieces to him, and he catches them in his mouth.

My hands stay nice and clean and he does a trick and gets a snack!

Is Feeding Your Dogs Scraps While You Cook Safe?

Here is something that people dont really get about food safety, he explains.

Two of the three could apply here.

If dog drool really gives you the ick, then fine, I get it.

But most dog owners I know let their dogs kiss them on the face.

Heres what Matijevich says.

Maybe they get the fatty pieces of meat after its been cooked, or a mushy blueberryBanjos favorite.

The Bottom Line

Serena Williams feeds her dogs scraps in the kitchen, and that is OK.

In fact, our editors do it too, and a food safety expert is on our side.

Just be sure to wash your hands after coming in contact with your pooch.