Cucumbers for Dogs

Yes, your dog can have cucumbers! In fact they are good or your dog to eat in moderation.

Benefits of Cucumbers For Dogs

They are very hydrating on a hot summer day at nearly 96% water content. They may a good crunchy snack when you give a chunky slice. Be sure to slice them size-appropriate for your pup.

They are rich vitamin A, B and C nutrients. But far less calories than your standard dry treats. Cucumbers offer a big boost to your immunity and your energy. Also good for the skin.

One amazing benefit is they contain silica that naturally helps remove heavy metals that are in our environments. Rich in antioxidants too.

Cucumbers contain 3 major lignans – lariciresinol, pinoresinol, and secoisolariciresino – that have a long history of research in reducing breast cancer, ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, and more.

Cucumbers are rich in Fisetin, an anti-inflammatory flavonol. Supportive to brain health, memory and may improve cognitive decline.

Check with your vet if your dog has diabetes, but cucumbers offer special hormones to cells of th pancreas needed to produce insulin.

Trying to get your pet to loose a little weight — cucumbers make a good low-cal treat. The bring in good fiber to the diet.

Start with small portions when you begin introducing them to your dog’s diet as a healthy treat.