Which Fruits Are Safe For Dogs To Eat?
When it comes to my dog, I’m not that strict. While there are rules that she has to follow, I definitely go for more of a fun mom approach. I just really like spoiling her, which you would understand if you saw her. She looks like a teddy bear who has come to life.
I happen to be pretty lenient when it comes to sharing food with her. Again she has total puppy dog eyes, and I am weak-willed. With the summer months coming up, I am planning on having a little picnic with her. One of the main components of picnic baskets is different types of fruit. However, it is important that I don’t pack anything that could be potentially harmful to my dog. I will stick to fruits that are safe for pups to eat, which include the following:
Bananas
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Bananas are a perfect treat for your pooch. I have a habit of sharing bananas with my dog because I don’t like them, but I forget that every time I open one. They are low in calories, just make sure you don’t overfeed due to the sugar content.
Apples
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Apples are a-okay for canine consumption. Knowing my dog, she will only want caramel apples, which dogs can not eat, and proceed to throw a tantrum about it. Apples can make a great snack for senior dogs as they are low calorie and low fat. Just be sure to remove the seeds first!
Oranges
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Feel free to give your pooch oranges, as long as they are peeled and seeds are removed. According to the American Kennel Club “orange peel is rough on [dogs’] digestive systems."
Blueberries
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Blueberries are a super tasty treat. If it’s hot outside, consider putting them in the freezer for your pup to enjoy. These berries are soft on the digestive system as well!
Cantaloupe
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Cantaloupe is among my favorite fruits, but unfortunately, for my dog, I do not buy them very often because I am too lazy to cut them. These are high in sugar, so limit consumption if your dog is overweight or diabetic.
Watermelon
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Watermelon is also a great summer treat. However, I do not buy them for the same reason that I don’t purchase cantaloupe. If you feed your dog watermelon, remove the seeds and the outer rind first.
Mango
The good news is my dog can enjoy eating a mango safely. The bad news is that she probably won’t ever have one because they are even harder to cut into than cantaloupe and watermelon. Make sure to remove the seed as it is known to be poisonous and is a choking hazard. Also, like cantaloupe and bananas, mango is high in sugar and should be given to your dog in moderation.
Pineapple
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Dogs are able to safely enjoy some pineapple without the prickly outer rind. However, this ranks as the most difficult fruit to cut open. Even more so than mangos. So unless some else in my household cuts up the pineapple for my dog, she will not be having any.
Peaches
It’s just peachy to give your pooch a peach! (Quick, say that three times fast). Remove the peel and pit before feeding peaches to your pup.
Pears
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There’s nothing better than biting into a juicy pear! (I actually kind of hate pears -- but that is a "me" problem, My dog loves them and she is always right about everything.) Similar to apples, remove the seeds first.
Raspberries
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One of my dog's favorite fruits is raspberries, and as I just mentioned she has superior taste. Limited consumption is recommended according to the AKC. They are especially good for senior dogs.
Strawberries
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I’m not sure where this inside joke started, but I have a running bit that my dog is obsessed with strawberries and strawberry-flavored things. In reality, she just kind of likes them, so I'm fraudulent in how I’ve been presenting her. Like raspberries and blueberries, these soft fruits are great for dogs in moderation.