Dogs often approach when someone is eating and it is common for people to be tempted to share a few bites with them. However, this can pose a danger to them.
Dog feeding must respect a balanced diet, that is, one that has the necessary nutrients depending on the age, size, breed and even the daily activity to which they are accustomed.
The first step is to consult a veterinarian who will evaluate each case, which is why it is important to keep in mind some fundamental tips to take care of your dog's diet, knowing which foods are allowed and which are not, so that it strengthens its defenses and stays healthy. And within those foods, it is good to know if you can give fruits to a dog and what they are.
In addition to balanced foods, which are usually the main source of nutrition for dogs, fruit can also be included in their daily diet. But which ones are the most recommended?
Dr. Gerardo Delfino, home veterinarian, highlights that “you can practically give them all fruits: banana, orange and tangerine. But above all it is advisable that they eat apples since it contains minerals and helps them clean their teeth." Although, it is always better to remove the seeds.
On the contrary, speaking of the most common fruits in Argentina, Delfino clarifies that the fruit that must be avoided with a dog is grapes since in some animals it produces a lot of fermentation and can trigger alterations in the kidney. And he tells us that other foods prohibited for dogs are nuts and raisins.
These are some tips from the veterinarian when giving fruits to our pets:
You should always wash them well before giving them to them, and it is also important to always remove the seeds from fruits that have them, since it can cause respiratory problems. It is important to moderate the portions and always consult with your trusted veterinarian if we want to add another fruit or food that modifies our dog's routine diet.
The Spanish veterinarian Barakaldo Vet Shop points out that many dog lovers ignore that foods of plant origin (especially fruits and vegetables) are usually very beneficial for the pet's nutrition and healthy life.
But they put a lot of emphasis on being clear about which vegetables are prohibited for your pets. And they point out the fruits prohibited for any dog:
Grapes or raisins. They can cause indigestion and long-term irreversible kidney damage. Currants (berries or red fruits) because, like grapes or raisins, they can cause serious kidney damage and Avocado because the pepsin contained in the leaves, fruit and seeds of avocado is toxic to dogs.
The veterinarians at Barakaldo Vet Shop also advise on which fruits to give our dogs and how much in each serving. They clarify that it is always key to give it to them without seeds and in these portions:
Strawberries and blueberries from 2 to 6 servings, depending on the size of the dog, watermelon and melon from 2 to 6 cubes and without seeds, since these are harmful to their health. One or two cuts of apple and pear, small portions of orange given its acidity and always without peel or seeds.
