What foods CAN dogs eat?
commercial dog food
apples, without seeds and core (1,2)
bananas, in moderation, as a treat (1,2)
blueberries (1,2)
cantaloupe, in moderation (1,2)
cinnamon – is not toxic, however, in large quantities, cinnamon can cause skin and digestive irritation and sensitization, PetPoisonhelpline (6)
cranberries, and dried cranberries – in small quantities (1,2)
cucumbers (1)
mangoes – without the hard pit (pit contains cyanide), in moderation (1,2)
oranges (2)
pineapple (2)
watermelon (2)
peaches (2)
pears (2)
raspberries (2)
strawberries (2)
broccoli (2)
celery (2)
spinach (2)
Brussels sprouts (2)
green beans (2)
carrots (2)
peas (2)
cashews – 2 cashews every few days (5, ChatGPT)
some pumpkin seeds – raw pumpkin seeds are harder to digest, ground up, peeled pumpkin seeds may be easier on the digestive system (3)
(a 30 lb dog can safely eat 1 to 2 tablespoons per day) (chatGPT)
What foods should dogs NOT eat?
avocado – contains persin (1, 2)
cherries – contains cyanide (1, 2)
cinnamon essential oil can be toxic dogs (6)
grapes, or raisins (dried grapes) – contains – may lead to acute kidney failure (1, 2)
tomatoes (2)
asparagus (2)
mushrooms (2)
onions (2)
macadamia nuts (5)
mustard (7)
mustard seeds (7)
Can dogs eat grains? such as? wheat, corn, barley, oats, rye, rice, soy (2)
Since many dog food manufacturers use meat from corn-fed animals ore refined oil(which are high in omega-6 fatty acids), dogs often have an overabundance of omega-6 fatty acids in their diet. (4)
How much should I feed my dog?
Merck Manual Veterinary manual (Source here)
What is the Pet Poison Helpline?
https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/
855-764-7661
Resources
1. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/fruits-vegetables-dogs-can-and-cant-eat/
2. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-sunflower-seeds/
3. https://www.thedodo.com/dodowell/can-dogs-eat-pumpkin-seeds
4. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/fish-oil-for-dogs/
5. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-cashews/
6. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-cinnamon/
7. https://www.masterclass.com/articles/can-dogs-have-mustard
