Can My Dog Eat Fruit

Yes. There are many fruits and veggies that you can and should offer to your dog. Perhaps as snack instead of some of the carb-loaded, fat-laden, chemical-filled “treats”.

You know we prefer a fresh, raw diet around here and encourage all our clients to do the same. They can be a significant contributing factor to the reduction of disease, including cancer in large part due to their anti-oxidant properties.. We also see the 5 element theory come into play when choosing fruits that are “cooling” to the dogs with allergies, arousal, anxiety, even aggression.

Remember fruits are rich in fiber and natural sugars. So use in moderation, and begin introduction in very small amounts to avoid digestive upset.

We recommend fruits be fed separately from meals for digestive purposes, especially in a kibble-fed diet.

But yes — share a bite or two of your snacks with Fido. Or make his own bowl to support his health needs with fruits.

Antioxidant Rich Fruits Good For Dogs:

• Wolfberries — highest ORAC score of any fruit.

• Elderberry — yes, you can use syrup too — but be sure you know it contains NO Xylitol or artificial sweeteners.

• Blueberries

• Raspberries

• Strawberries

• Cranberries

• Banana

• Cucumbers — technically, yes it’s a fruit. Cooling food, 5 Element Theory

• Mango — no pits

• Peaches — no pits

• Pears

• Blackberries

• Nectarines — no pits

• Watermelon - remove the seeds and the rind — Cooling!

• Apples — remove the seeds — Cooling

• Cantaloupe — remove the seeds — Cooling

Citrus Fruits may cause GI Upset. Use with caution

• Oranges

• Pineapples — remove the core

• tangerines & tangelos

There are a few fruits you should not feed your dog. Keep them in mind:

• Grapes. — Raisins

• Plums — Dates

• Lemons

• Limes

• Kiwi — the flesh is technically ok in small amounts, but the skin and seeds are not safe for dogs.

• Cherries — no pits!

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