10 Surprising Fruits and Vegetables That Dog's LOVE

10 Surprising Fruits and Vegetables That Dog's LOVE

 

 

1. Green Beans

Green beans are an absolutely fantastic way to boost the vitamin content of your dog’s diet. They have Omega 3 fatty acids (a perfect brain power boost) plus vitamins A, C and K. 

Dark green vegetables are also full of Iron and Calcium. Tinned green beans are also great for dogs that need to lose a little excess weight. 

For reasons unknown it’s only those green beans from a tin that help in the weighty area, yet added to the dog’s dinner they can have can have great results.

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2. Carrots

Carrots are naturally abrasive and perfect as a daily treat for cleaning the teeth. They also contain beta-carotene which is great for the eyes along with a generous dose of Vitamins A, C and K. 

High in fibre too, for easy toileting, the humble carrot is an all-round crunch of doggy goodness. 

 

3. Pumpkin 

Soft and sweet pumpkin is a great source of A and C, beta-carotene, calcium and zinc. It is also high in fibre and lightly steamed your dog will love it.

 

4. Apples

Apples are fantastic training treats when chopped into tiny crisp squares. 

They bring fibre and Vitamins a and C to the dog’s diet. Your dog can also have an apple chunk snack to clean those teeth as the flesh of the fruit has a natural cleaning action to remove old food from in and around the dog’s teeth. 

It’s important to remove the core and pips from an apple if you are feeding it to your dog. They are the only unhealthy area of this wonderfully healthy snack.

 

5. Bananas

Packed with potassium for a happy mind, along with Vitamins C and B6 the tasty banana can do wonders for the health of your dog. 

This fruit actually aids function in the red blood cells allowing the blood to carry more oxygen to the muscles and organs in the dog’s body. 

The banana through its plentiful vitamin C also helps to rebuild any damaged cartilage and prevents further damage to cells in the body. 

Peeled and frozen whole the fruit can also be used as a teething aid for sore mouthed puppies to gnaw, under supervision of course!

 

6. Sweet Potatoes

This is the only vegetable that will need to be lightly steamed for optimum digestion. The others can be fed raw. 

Sweet potato is really good for the heart and also oxygenates the blood cells leading to better oxygen circulation within the body. 

It’s also a high fibre veggie and contains hugely healthy amounts of potassium, magnesium and iron for an all-round happy and healthy hound.

 

7. Blueberries 

Scientifically known as Vaccinium ssp, the blueberry is one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can give your dog. As sweet as they are, they are also loaded with Vitamin K1, which helps with blood clotting, and bone health. Vitamin C, which is a powerful antioxidant that plays a role in skin health and immune function. Manganese, which is essential for proper metabolic functioning. 
 

8. Broccoli

Broccoli is known for it's beneficial health qualities, and are often referred to as a "Superfood" - for good reason. Broccoli is loaded with fiber, and a host of vitamins and minerals like: Vitamin C, Vitamin K1, Folate (B9), Potassium, Manganese, and Iron. All of these essential minerals play important roles in your pets body from transporting oxygen to optimal growth. 

9. Pears  

If you want to give your dog a healthy, sweet treat, then you cant go past the Pear. Pears contain potassium that helps maintain heart and muscle strength and carbohydrate metabolism.

Pears contain potassium for optimal heart and muscle health and are also a great source of antioxidants, Vitamin C, and fiber. 

 

10. Pineapple

Thanks to an enzyme called Bromelain, the pineapple is an anti-inflammatory food that your dog will just love. Bromelain is a substance that helps with pain and reduces swelling.
Pineapple has been found to potentially fight cancer, and is good for heart health. 
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