Can dogs eat kiwi?

Yes, dogs can eat kiwi in small amounts. Kiwi is especially rich in vitamin C and fiber. The skin is not suitable for dogs, so always peel the fruit and cut it into small pieces.

What kiwi offers dogs

Kiwi is high in vitamin C, potassium and fiber. For dogs, it is mainly an occasional fruit snack and nothing more.

What to watch out for

The skin of the kiwi contains hard-to-digest fibers that can cause stomach problems in dogs, so always peel it. The high acid content can lead to stomach upset or diarrhea in sensitive dogs, which is why you should only feed small amounts.

Be careful with dogs that have kidney disease: kiwi contains oxalic acid, which can put extra strain on the kidneys. Other foods that are unsuitable for dogs contain oxalic acid in higher amounts.

How to feed kiwi

Peel the kiwi, cut it into small pieces and offer it plain as a snack or mix it into your dog's food. You can also freeze it and serve it as a summer treat. For most dogs, 1 to 2 slices per portion are enough.

Nutritional values and amount

100 g of peeled kiwi contains about 61 kcal, 93 mg vitamin C (more than oranges, with 53 mg), 312 mg potassium, 3 g fiber and 34 µg folate. The fruit sugar content is about 9 g per 100 g. The oxalic acid content is about 19 mg per 100 g, far less than spinach (970 mg).

Guideline by body weight (peeled, per day):

• Small dogs (up to 10 kg): 1 slice (about 10 g)
• Medium dogs (10 to 25 kg): 2 slices (about 20 g)
• Large dogs (over 25 kg): 3 to 4 slices (about 30 to 40 g)

You can tell a ripe kiwi by the soft pressure point. Unripe kiwis contain more acid and irritate the stomach more. Use cut kiwi within 24 hours when stored in the fridge, because the enzyme actinidin softens the flesh quickly.

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