What Fruits and Vegetables Can Dogs Consume? Which Should They Avoid?
While some fruits and veggies can be a great addition to your dog’s diet, others can cause anything from an upset tummy to serious health issues. Knowing the difference isn’t just helpful, it’s essential to ensure your pup lives a long and healthy life!
️✔️ Safe Fruits for dogs (in moderation):
Blueberries: packed with antioxidants and fiber, all while low in calories.
Strawberries: high in vitamins A & C, helps with teeth whitening.
Watermelon is hydrating and vitamin-rich; remove all seeds and the rind.
Cantaloupe: full of beta carotene and water, offered in small seedless chunks.
Mango: loaded with vitamins A, B6, C, and E. Always remove the pit, as it contains cyanide.
❌ Unsafe Fruits for Dogs:
Grapes: extremely toxic, can cause kidney failure.
Avocado: contains persin, which could cause GI issues and heart problems.
Lemons: too acidic and may cause central nervous system depression, as well as GI issues.
Cherries: pits and stems contain cyanide, while the whole cherry is a choking hazard.
Figs: can cause extreme diarrhea and upset stomach.
✔️ Safe Vegetables for Dogs:
Kale, in moderation, supports immune health and contains calcium.
Green Beans: great for fiber and vitamins.
Cucumbers: hydrating and crunchy.
Sweet Potatoes: must be fully cooked, packed with fiber and vitamin A.
Pumpkin: excellent for digestion and an upset tummy.
❌ Unsafe Vegetables for Dogs:
Onions: can destroy red blood cells and lead to anemia.
Garlic: can cause toxicity over time.
Tomatoes: While ripe tomatoes themselves are safe, unripe tomatoes and their stems contain solanine.
Rhubarb: can cause kidney failure and drop calcium levels.
Wild Mushrooms: many may be toxic and therefore deadly.
References:
What fruits and vegetables can dogs eat? - Blue Cross
Fruits and Vegetables Dogs Can or Can’t Eat – American Kennel Club
Pup Eating Watermelon Photo: iStock Credit Anna Belova and Canva Premium
Pup with Carrot — Purina US photo
