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It’s a well-known fact that eating fruit is good for your health: it’s also good for your dog! However, you can’t give him just any fruit. The 8 fruits you will find below are guaranteed to be good for your dog. Please note, however, that they are only supplements to his diet, so he should not eat too much of them.
1. Apples
Would you like to replace the occasional treat with apple wedges? That would be a great idea! Apples are a great source of vitamin C, fiber and calcium. However, don’t forget to remove the seeds: they contain cyanide, a toxic substance that can poison the body.
2. Bananas
Excellent for digestion, bananas are also rich in vitamin B6. This strengthens the immune system and promotes blood circulation! Although they have many virtues, bananas are also rich in sugar. Their consumption by dogs should therefore be exceptional.
3. Blueberries
They are among the fruits that are good for dogs, as they have incomparable antioxidant properties, slowing down the ageing of cells. Blueberries owe their color to its phytochemical compounds, which also have positive effects on health.
4. Melon
Its richness in vitamin B3 guarantees the proper functioning of the nervous system. The fiber and the large amount of water contained in the melon also promotes digestion, helping to combat constipation. However, this fruit should be eaten in moderation by the dog and without the seeds.
5. Watermelon
Always removing the seeds, watermelon is a very beneficial food for your dog. One slice provides only 50 calories, while it contains 92% water! The vitamins it contains make it a very complete food: B6, C and A have positive effects on the metabolism.
6. Oranges
These winter fruits are perfect for strengthening your doggie’s immune system during very cold weather, thanks to the amount of vitamin C they contain. 1 or 2 segments once in a while is more than enough! Always pay attention to the seeds, which are likely to get stuck in your doggie’s intestines.
7. Peach and nectarine
A source of fiber and vitamin A, these two smooth-skinned fruits are good for dogs in small amounts. However, the pit of each fruit contains potassium cyanide, as do apple seeds. Care should be taken to cut off the small part of the fruit that has been in contact with the pit. Otherwise, they are both excellent for fighting infections!
8. The kiwi fruit
It is a fruit with natural anti-cancer components. Also rich in vitamins, its antioxidant effects cleanse the body and promote the proper functioning of the nervous system.
Finally, it is important to be vigilant in ensuring that your dog tolerates the ingestion of fruit, especially if he hasn’t been used to it up to now. If certain fruits cause him to have diarrhea, stop giving him some. Fruits are not essential in dog food, but they are a very good alternative to rewards from industrial production.