12/02/2021
Apples — Apples provide vitamins A and C, plus fiber and additional antioxidants. Remember to remove the seeds and core first.
Avocados — The flesh of avocados provides fiber, folate and vitamins K, B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 and C to your dog, along with healthy fats.
Bananas — Bananas are a rich source of potassium, which is useful for controlling heart rate and blood pressure. They're also a good source of flavonoids, including lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-carotene — and most dogs love them. The greener the better, when it comes to providing resistant starches that build the microbiome.
Blueberries — Bring on the phytochemicals, including anthocyanidins, which are powerful antioxidants, plus fiber in these nutritious little berries.
Cantaloupe — Cantaloupes are rich in carotenoids, plus provides water and fiber.
Cucumbers — Cucumbers are 95% water, which may help quench your dog's thirst during a hot summer day. They also contain vitamins K and C, beta-carotene, and cucurbitacin, which has anticancer properties.
Honeydew — Honeydew melons contain significant levels of beta-carotene and C, as well as important polyphenols and flavonoids.
Mangoes — Mangoes, without the pit, are a favorite treat for some dogs and provide vitamins A, B6, C and E, plus potassium.
Oranges — You might not think of feeding your dog an orange slice, but they're an excellent source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Be sure to peel them first and remove any seeds.
Peaches — With the pit removed, peaches provide beta-carotene and fiber for your dog.
Pears — Pears are rich in copper, vitamins C and K, and fiber. Remove the seeds and pit before feeding.
Pineapples — This tropical treat is a unique source of bromelain, an enzyme that's good for digestion. Offer your dog the flesh only, avoiding the skin and core.
Pumpkin — Pumpkin contains numerous vitamins and other nutrients essential for your pet's health, including vitamin C, zeaxanthin, lutein, and beta-carotene. It can also help regulate your pet's bowel movements and facilitate gastric emptying because it's a good fiber source.
Feed 100% plain, pure pumpkin that's gently cooked, not pumpkin pie filling or other processed pumpkin products like pumpkin pudding. If fresh pumpkin is unavailable, you can opt for 100% pure, canned pumpkin.
Raspberries — Raspberries offer a wealth of antioxidants, including vitamin C, lutein, and zeaxanthin, as well as polyphenols like ellagitannins and anthocyanins. The flavonols in raspberries may also help inhibit different stages of tumor development, according to animal studies.
Strawberries — Feeding strawberries to your dog may help lessen the risk for obesity, inflammation, and contain Fisetin, an emerging longevity biomolecule.
Tomatoes — Ripe tomatoes can be given as a fresh, healthy treat or added to meals. Tomato's claim to fame is its lycopene content, a carotenoid with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antihypertensive, antiplatelet, anti-apoptotic, and protective endothelial effects.
Watermelon — Watermelon is a hydrating treat, providing B6 and C, plus plenty of beneficial lycopene. Be sure to remove both the rind and the seeds.
Your dog can benefit from the addition of small, bite-sized pieces of fruit in their diet. Some of the fresh fruits you can give them include apples, blueberries, bananas and avocados (yes, avocado flesh with the pit and skin removed is safe!).
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