30 healthy fruit and vegetables varieties for dogs

Dogs benefit from about 150 g of fruit and 250 g of vegetables daily, providing vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. Safe options include carrots, apples, blueberries, pumpkin and sweet potatoes. Grapes, raisins, onions, garlic and raw potatoes are toxic. Nutrition experts recommend feeding vegetables steamed and mashed for better absorption.

Not every fruit and vegetable is suitable for your dog.

Why are fruits and vegetables so healthy?

This question addresses a statement that we have long internalized.

Everyone knows that fruits and vegetables are very healthy. Even kindergarten guidelines teach us at an early age that you should eat fresh fruits and vegetables every day.

But why this is so remains unclear to many. You may be aware that these foods have many healthy ingredients. But what exactly fruits and vegetables do to our bodies is unknown to many.

Fruits and vegetables contain vital minerals and vitamins. Without these nutrients, the organism can no longer function properly. Thanks to them, our cells regenerate, the immune system is strengthened, bones as well as blood cells are built.

But they do even more:

Various vitamins and minerals also perform important metabolic tasks. Likewise, they ensure a smooth linkage of muscles and nerves.

People should eat about 250 g of fruit and just under 400 g of vegetables every day. This daily amount is recommended by the DGE (German Nutrition Society). But what is the sufficient amount for your four-legged friend?

In the diet of your protégé, it is important that he regularly eats fruits and vegetables. As a rule, 150 g of fruit and 250 g of vegetables should be provided daily. The ideal amount depends on breed, body weight or acute or chronic diseases. In case of gastrointestinal complaints, the vegetables are also suitable as a Gentle diet.

Smaller furry noses usually eat less than larger breeds - that's why here is to give less vegetables and fruits.

The following list shows which fruits and vegetables are safe for dogs and how to serve them.

Our list of healthy fruit and vegetables for dogs contains ingredients that you should only feed in small quantities or cooked, for example. We have noted how you should feed the individual varieties or what you need to look out for in the "Remarks" column.

In general, nutrition experts recommend: Vegetables boiled - steamed and mashed to feed.

Apple

Ingredients:

Vitamin A, potassium, calcium, pectin, iron, phosphorus, sodium

Effects:

Lowering cholesterol, reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease and dementia, promoting digestion, strengthening the heart.

Remarks:

Remove seeds before feeding.

Pineapple

Ingredients:

Calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, zinc, iodine and iron. Besides pineapple provides important vitamins such as vitamin C, biotin, pro-vitamin A, vitamin E, niacin, riboflavin and thiamine, serotonin and tryptophan.

Effects:

Stimulates protein and fat digestion, supports healthy metabolism and digestion.

Remarks:

• Give less, as it has a high acid content. Especially for dogs with stomach problems
• Feed only very ripe fruit

Apricot

Ingredients:

Potassium, iron, niacin, panthothenic and folic acid, beta-carotene, lycopene

Effects:

Strengthening the immune system, antibacterial effect, healthier gastrointestinal tract.

Remarks:

Remove seeds before feeding.

Banana

Ingredients:

Vitamin B 6, potassium, magnesium, zinc, calcium

Effects:

Strengthening muscles, strengthening the immune system, first aid for diarrhea, strengthening the heart.

Remarks:

• Bananas can lead to constipation if fed in large quantities.
• Not suitable for low purine feeding.

Pear

Ingredients:

Carotene, vitamin C, 4 vitamins B, potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, iron, iodine

Effects:

Help with digestion, strengthening the heart, draining effect, strengthening the nerves and joints.

Remarks:

• Only administer in small quantities in the feed.
• Only feed when ripe, otherwise stomach problems and diarrhea may occur.
• Remove seeds before feeding.

Cauliflower

Ingredients:

Vitamin C, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and folic acid

Effects:

Cancer preventive effect, promotion for digestion, strengthening the heart, promoting heart health.

Remarks:

Administer little, as it may cause flatulence.

Feed boiled or steamed and mashed.

Broccoli

Ingredients:

Flavones, sulforaphane, carotene, calcium, vitamin C, B vitamins, potassium, sodium, iron

Effects:

Anticancer effect, help with digestive problems, strengthening the heart.

Remarks:

• Administer little, as it may cause flatulence.
• Feed boiled or steamed and mashed.

Chicory

Ingredients:

Vitamin C, potassium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus

Effects:

Strengthening blood vessels, strengthening the immune system, building muscles, nerves and connective tissue.

Chinese cabbage

Ingredients:

Protein, carbohydrates, amino acids, mustard oil, minerals, provitamin A, vitamin C

Effects:

Strengthening of muscles, strengthening of the immune system, energy-giving, better function of nerves.

Remarks:

• Feed pureed.

Strawberry

Ingredients:

Vitamin B, sodium, vitamin C, pectin, flavones, potassium, calcium, phosphorus iron, sodium, flavones

Effects:

Strengthening of the immune system, more beautiful and healthier coat, increase in concentration, strengthening of bones.

Fig

Ingredients:

Vitamin A, vitamin B, folic acid, biotin, magnesium

Effects:

Muscle strengthening, strengthening of the immune system, promotion for digestion, strengthening of muscles

Remarks:

• Feed in small quantities due to laxative effect.

Fennel

Ingredients:

Iron, magnesium, potassium, calcium, carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, folic acid

Effects:

Stimulation of digestion, positive effect against abdominal cramps, strengthening of muscles.

Remarks:

• Some dogs don't like fennel. In this case you can puree it raw or cooked.

Kale

Ingredients:

Vitamin A, calcium, B vitamins, biotin, minerals

Effects:

Protection against cancer, strengthening of body cells, support of iron absorption, lowering of cholesterol level.

Remarks:

• Administer little, as it may cause flatulence.
• Feed boiled or steamed and mashed.

Ginger

Ingredients:

Iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium. Phosphorus, vitamin B3 and B6, choline, inositol

Effects:

Help against stomach problems, help for digestion, lowering joint diseases.

Remarks:

• Some dogs do not like ginger. Therefore only give it in very small quantities.

Carrot

Ingredients:

Dietary fiber, minerals, vitamin A, beta-carotene

Effects:

Positive effect for blood clotting, prevention of cancer, help with diarrhea, strengthen the immune system, healthier coat.

Potato

Ingredients:

Protein, fiber, sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins A, B, C

Effects:

Energizing, positive effect for the immune system, strengthening of muscles, strengthening of body cells.

Remarks:

• Cut off green spots and sprouts.
• Only feed cooked.

Cherry

Ingredients:

Potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, silicic acid, vitamin C, carotene and vitamins of the B group.

Effects:

Strengthening bones, lowering inflammatory diseases, promoting digestion, controlling blood sugar.

Remarks:

• Remove seeds before feeding (contains hydrocyanic acid)

Kohlrabi

Ingredients:

Minerals, vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, calcium, magnesium

Effects:

Strengthening muscles and nerves, strengthening the immune system, regulation of blood pressure, protection against cancer.

Dandelion

Ingredients:

Vitamin C, flavonoids, potassium

Effects:

Purification of blood, diuretic, stimulation for digestion

Tangerine

Ingredients:

Provitamin A, vitamin C, minerals, fructose

Effects:

Healthier and beautiful coat, strengthening of the defense/immune system, strengthening for the bones, lowering liver disease.

Remarks:

• Administer little, because of high acidity. Especially for dogs with stomach problems Feed only very ripe fruit

Almonds (sweet almonds only)

Ingredients:

Vitamin B and E, calcium, magnesium, potassium, folic acid, healthy oils (almond oil).

Effects:

Strengthens bones, reduces the risk of diabetes, protects against cardiovascular disease

Remarks:

• Do not feed bitter almondsOnly feed very ripe fruit

Melon

Ingredients:

Magnesium, vitamin C, beta-carotene, calcium, potassium

Effects:

Thirst holes (in summer), reduction of cardiovascular diseases, strengthening the immune system.

Remarks:

• Feed only in small quantities and very mature. Otherwise diarrhea will occur

Orange

Ingredients:

Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, beta-carotene

Effects:

Purification of blood, reduction in case of blood pressure increase, strengthening of the immune system, strengthening of bones.

Remarks:

• Administer little, because of high acidity. Especially for dogs with stomach problems
• Feed only very ripe fruit

Peach

Ingredients:

Vitamin A, B, C, calcium, magnesium, sodium, iron, zinc, beta-carotene, flavones

Effects:

Purification of the kidneys, purification of the blood, regulation of metabolism, strengthening of the eyes, more beautiful and healthy coat.

Remarks:

• Feed overripe
• Remove cores

Plum

Ingredients:

Carotene, vitamin B1 and B2, iron, copper, zinc, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, calcium

Effects:

Strengthening of the circulation, cleansing of the kidneys, promotion for digestion

Remarks:

• Peel before feeding. Especially for dogs with stomach problems
• Remove cores.
• If you have cats in your household, be careful. Plums are deadly for cats!

Cranberry

Ingredients:

Potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin C

Effects:

Strengthening the immune system, stronger bones, strengthening muscles, healthy for the urinary tract.

Remarks:

• Feed in very small quantities, as it has a laxative effect
• If you have cats in your household, be careful. Cranberries are deadly for cats!

Beet

Ingredients:

Folic acid, potassium, high water content, calcium, phosphorus

Effects:

Antibacterial effect, strengthening the bones, cleaning the kidneys and urinary tract.

Salad

Ingredients:

Protein, vitamin C, folic acid, calcium, potassium, copper, iodine, zinc, manganese

Effects:

Support for digestion, increase of physical defense, risk reduction of anemia, help in blood formation.

Asparagus

Ingredients:

Vitamin B9, provitamin A, vitamin C, purines

Effects:

Diuretic, cleansing the kidneys, detoxifying effect, strengthening the immune system.

Spinach

Ingredients:

Protein, beta-carotene, secretin, iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium

Effects:

Strengthening the muscles and strengthening the bones, energizing

Remarks:

• Stems and leaf veins must be removed, as they contain nitrates and are harmful to dogs.

Zucchini

Ingredients:

Potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, C

Effects:

Stimulation of the gastrointestinal tract, strengthening of the optic nerve, cancer prevention, protection against cardiovascular diseases.

At first, it looks like you have a lot of material to memorize. Which might scare you off at first.

Feel free to print out the list and hang it on your refrigerator.

So you can take a look at it every time. In time, you will notice that the list is hanging on your fridge and in your memory.

I wish you a lot of fun with the preparation and your faithful friend good appetite!