Which Fruits Can You Feed Your Dog?

1 Overview

Apples

They provide vitamins A and C and lots of fiber, with low protein and fat, making apples the perfect fruit for dogs. But before feeding, remove all seeds and the core, which contain cyanide, deadly to dogs.

Avocado

Many friends recall that many dog foods claim to be rich in avocado, so is it fine to feed avocado directly?

Avocado contains a toxin that harms many animals, and though dogs resist it better, that does not make it safe.

Aside from causing diarrhea and vomiting, its high fat can trigger pancreatitis, enough to remove it from the list.

Bananas

Also very suitable; rich in potassium, vitamins, biotin, fiber, and copper, and commendably low in cholesterol and sodium.

But bananas are very high in sugar, so do not feed often.

Cantaloupe

A fine fruit for dogs: low calorie, water- and fiber-rich, with vitamins B6, niacin, folate, C, and potassium.

But high in sugar, so limit like bananas.

Cherries

Deadly to dogs like grapes; their cyanide cuts the oxygen in the blood.

A dog with cyanide poisoning shows dilated pupils, breathing difficulty, and red gums.

Mango

Packed with vitamins A, B6, C, E, plus potassium and carotenoids, and lower sugar than bananas or melon, a good choice.

But beware rare mango allergy; cut into small pieces and avoid the pit. For small or weak-digesting dogs, peel it too.

Oranges

Both tangerines and oranges are nutrient-rich, high in potassium and low in sodium; in right amounts they are great.

Some have seeds; remove them before feeding.

Peaches

Fine; they provide vitamin A and fiber. Too many cause diarrhea; remove the pit first.

Avoid canned peaches, the sick-people treat of childhood, now sugar-loaded.

Pears

Rich in vitamin C, copper, and vitamin K; remove the seeds, which contain cyanide.

Pineapple

They say when you eat pineapple, the pineapple eats you; true for humans, but for dogs bromelain suits them better. Its nutrition would fill several paragraphs.

Again: moderation.

Strawberries

A low-calorie, delicious fruit, full of antioxidants, great for anti-aging and immunity.

By the way, strawberries also whiten puppy teeth, a European breeder told me; when pups refuse kibble after weaning, he blends strawberries with food, and few resist the smell.

Blueberries

The best choice for dogs, rich in minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants, for all sizes.

Studies show blueberry antioxidants are the best weapon against brain aging in dogs.

Watermelon

Dogs can eat it, but remove seeds and do not let them eat the rind; a cup of fresh juice is 92% water. Feed up!

What does moderation actually mean?

The AVMA says a dog’s fruit intake should not exceed 10% of daily food.