Can dogs eat melons?

Yes: melons are among the most popular fruits for dogs. Watermelon is 92% water and is especially good for hydration on hot days. Always remove the seeds and rind, as they can cause digestive problems.

What melons offer dogs

Watermelon and honeydew melon contain vitamin A (beta-carotene), vitamin C and potassium. Their high water content helps cover your dog's fluid needs in the heat. At around 30 calories per 100 g, watermelon is very low in calories, which is good for dogs that need to watch their weight.

What to watch out for

Always remove the seeds: melon seeds can cause digestive problems in dogs. The rind is hard to digest and can upset the stomach in sensitive dogs, so only ever feed the flesh.

Large amounts at once can cause soft stools because of the high fruit sugar content. Freezing turns melon into a handy summer treat.

How to feed melon

Peel the melon, remove the seeds and cut it into small pieces. Serve it plain as a snack or mixed into the food. Frozen into cubes, it makes a great summer treat.

Nutritional values and amount

100 g of watermelon contains about 30 kcal, 0.6 g protein, 7.6 g carbohydrates and 92 g water. Honeydew melon comes in at about 36 kcal with 8.1 g carbohydrates and slightly more vitamin A (169 µg) than watermelon (28 µg). Both varieties provide vitamin C and potassium.

Guideline by body weight:

• Small dogs (up to 10 kg): 2 to 3 small cubes
• Medium dogs (10 to 25 kg): 4 to 6 cubes
• Large dogs (over 25 kg): up to 8 cubes or a small slice

Freeze melon pieces without seeds and rind in ice cube trays: this gives you portioned summer treats that cool and hydrate at the same time. Store cut melon in the fridge for no longer than three days.

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