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The short answer: Yes and no. The long answer: Ripe and unprocessed tomatoes can be eaten by your dog, but he shouldn’t be fed the leaves, stems, or raw fruit because of a toxin called solanine. If high amounts of this toxin is ingested, it can result in gastrointestinal upset, increased heart rate, and/or loss… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Tomatoes?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: More than just being a refreshing summer treat, watermelon contains antioxidants and nutrients that help destroy free radicals found in your dog’s body. Compared to any other fruit or vegetable, it has the highest amount of lycopene which helps against cell damage. How to feed watermelon to your… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Watermelon?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: Blueberries are packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and vitamins such as manganese, fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K. Low in sugar, this superfood is a welcome addition to your dog’s diet, helping improve his overall health. How to feed blueberries to your dog: Wash them properly and take out… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Blueberries?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: A mango’s fleshy parts are safe for dog consumption. Usually served ripe, it is a sweet and nutritious tropical fruit packed with fiber and vitamins. How to feed mangoes to your dog: Peel off the skin, remove the pit, and slice the flesh into smaller chunks that your pet… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Mangoes?

The short answer: No. The long answer: The different parts of an avocado—namely its leaves, skin, and flesh—contain an antifungal compound called persin, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, or even pancreatitis in extreme cases. Aside from this toxic component, another part to be wary of is the avocado pit. More than just being a choking… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Avocados?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: Serve ripe pineapples as an occasional treat, not as a part of your dog’s daily diet. Because pineapples contain a high amount of fiber and natural sugar, you must be careful with the amount of pineapple you feed to your dog. The sweet and tangy fruit may not… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Pineapples?

The short answer: No. The long answer: Grapes ingested in any amount may lead to a toxic reaction in dogs and cats. This includes grapes of any form in any dish whether baked, cooked or raw. Most resources on the subject mention kidney failure as a possible outcome. Other foods to avoid for this same… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Grapes?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: Feed your dog fresh and unadulterated strawberries only. That means no strawberries laced with sugar, dipped in chocolate or coated with nuts. Chop strawberries into bite sized chunks to avoid any choking hazards, as dogs – excitable creatures that they are – tend to be less particular about… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Strawberries?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: Dogs can eat bananas, but be sure to offer your fur-baby peeled bananas only. While the peels themselves aren’t toxic, they may cause blockages in your dog’s digestive system which isn’t ideal. How to feed bananas to your dog: Peel the bananas, and make sure to offer in… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Bananas?

The short answer: Yes. The long answer: Dogs can eat apples, but only without any seeds. Be sure to remove the core completely before letting your dog eat apples. How to feed apples to your dog: Remove the seeds and slice apples carefully, making sure no seeds made their way into the bowl. Here are… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Apples?