Are fruits OK for dogs? What other foods won't harm dogs?

Question

I just needed to know what foods/fruits were ok for dogs to eat or chew on. I have a small dog and he is always chewing tortillas, bread, cheesecake crust, ect. Is this ok? What other foods should or can I give him? I would really love a good answer! Please help me!!!

Answer 1

Here's a list of foods that you should not feed your dog and the reasons why. I hope this helps :-)

Answer 2

Generally anything but chocolate and things he could choke on. My parents' lab/pit bull cross Tippy loves bread. Instead of dog biscuits they give her unsalted tortilla chips and she loves them! Just watch out how much you feed him and how much salt the stuff contains. My parent's dog ended up with a little middle age spread around age 5 because we weren't very careful. We cut down and now at the age of 10 she's in pretty good shape.

Oh yeah, tomatoes tend to have too much acid for dog's stomachs. Avoid those too, he'll get a sick belly.

Answer 3

Dogs can eat lots of things, I'll tell you those I know they should'nt.Onion,chocolate almonds,rasins and peppers. I have given my dogs carrots for years (low cal snack) Apple is good too ,not too much or they'll get the runs.I also give my dog green beans in her food almost daily( a good source of anti oxidents).No grapes either.

Answer 4

I give all my dogs apples, grapes, banana, watermelon & they just love all these fruits. I'm not so sure about the cheesecake crust, but if you don't overdue it I guess it won't hurt him/her. In general I do not like to give my dogs any table scratch. What mine also love is to chew on carrots, none of the fruits & the carrots will do them harm, try to interduce yours to the above mentioned fruits, according to my vet I do the right thing. Instead given them a dog cookie I rather give them the fruits, but as a treat the dog cookie

Answer 5

Hi Crox. I actually have a small dog as well, a maltese, and she is well fed in my household!

The basic rule is to never give a dog, small or large, chocolate. Its not good for their stomachs, plus I heard chocolate can make them ill.

As for fruits, my dog LOVES oranges, is a fan of cucumbers and radishes, loves pasta (no fish sauce though -- that can also make them ill), and she also enjoys all types of different meat. It really depends what a small dog can have. Just try and stick to basic things. Anything eccentric will probably not help them.

Also, stick to water with dogs. They can and probably would like other liquids but its best to stick to whats natural.

Hope I helped! Your dog will be feeling more satisfied in no time.

Answer 6

Off limits: chocolate, onions, garlic, grapes, raisins. Breads aren't necessarily good for him, but they aren't toxic or anything. Stay away from products with onion powder in them though. Baby carrots or fresh peas (in the pod) are great for them, teeth and body.

Answer 7

Most all human grade food is okay for dogs. Do not give them spicey foods (pepper, onion. garlic. spices). chocolate is dangerous for most dogs. Any kind of meat, veggie, fruit or nut is okay. Not seeds-like peach, apple, and so on. Be extremely careful with bones, best not to give to dogs. Some bones will kill.

Answer 8

Please read Kaitlyn's post (and then mine that follows hers) in this thread:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=ArfxKkc5JVnVaxRb97sR16rsy6IX?qid=20061016172559AA26ms1


To the people who keep copying/pasting excerpts from online articles without putting it in quotes (to indicate the words belong to someone other than you) AND posting a link to the source.....not only does that show that you don't understand common 'netiquette,' but it's also illegal for you to do so. It constitutes a copyright violation.

Answer 9

Chocolate is bad of course, here is a list of other foods

Grapes & Raisins: Though it isn't clear to scientists just what makes grapes and raisins toxic to both cats and dogs, even a relatively small amount can damage the kidneys. For this reason it's unwise to feed these to your pet, even if small amounts are tolerated. Also avoid giving bits of cookie or other foods that contain raisins.

Garlic, Onions, and Powders: Whether fresh, cooked or powdered, garlic and/or onions can be found among the ingredients of many prepared meals, including baby food. Garlic and onions are toxic to cats and dogs because sulfoxides and disulfides found in them can damage red blood cells and lead to anemia. Onions are more problematic than garlic, but both should be avoided. If preparing a meal for yourself that will contain garlic or onions, consider preparing a side portion without these ingredients for your animals.

Macadamia Nuts: Macadamia nuts are soft, light-colored nuts often used in cookie recipes. They are considered toxic to dogs because they tend to cause gastrointestinal upsets, lethargy, vomiting and muscle tremors or stiffness.

Mushrooms: Various species of mushrooms are toxic to dogs, and can cause shock and death. Effects will differ depending on the type ingested, but avoid feeding any type. Pluck "backyard mushrooms" that might sprout on the lawn, as these are known to be toxic to canines.

Tomatoes and tomato plants: Tomatoes of all kinds are toxic to cats, as are parts of the tomato plant. Ingesting as little as a cherry tomato can cause severe gastrointestinal upset.

Chicken Bones: Though not toxic, chicken bones can get stuck in the roof of the mouth, throat and intestines, and should be avoided, according to many veterinarians. Splinters of chicken bones can also become lodged internally.

Other foods to avoid include raw potatoes, especially those containing green spots; turkey skin; nutmeg; and anything with caffeine, including tea. Alcohol and hops should also be avoided as alcohol poisoning can lead to coma and death. Do not allow your pet to rummage through the trash, as moldy food contains toxins that can cause serious illness.

Since many of the signs of toxicity are similar, call your veterinarian immediately if your pet appears distressed, lethargic or in pain. Bloody stools or vomiting are also possible signs of toxic poisoning. Gastrointestinal problems can lead to gas build-up until the stomach becomes distended or bloated and hard to the touch. This is a painful condition that can cause the stomach to burst if not treated. The good news is that, in most cases, treatment for toxic poisoning can be successful if administered in time.

Answer 10

Apple, Almond, Apricot, Peach, Wild Cherries, Plum, Balsam Pear, Prunes and similar fruit: Diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, (Stem, Seeds and Leaves) The seeds of most fruits contain cyanide, which is poisonous to dogs as well as humans.

Avocados: The fruit, pit and plant are all toxic. They can cause difficulty breathing and fluid accumulation in the chest, abdomen and heart

Broccoli: reported to be pretty potent gastrointestinal irritant

Cherry: rapid breathing, shock, mouth inflammation, heart rate increase

Chocolate: seizures, coma, hyperactivity, rapid heart beat, tremors, death. Bakers chocolate is the most dangerous. A dog can consume milk chocolate and appear to be fine because it is not as concentrated but is still very dangerous.
• 1 oz per lb of body weight for (2 oz per kg) of body weight for bakers chocolate
• 1 oz per 3 lbs of body weight (1 oz per 1.5 kg body weight) for semi-sweet chocolate
• 1 oz per 9lbs of body weight (1 oz per 4 kg) for bakers chocolate
• Please keep in mind that these are only guidelines, and if you suspect your pet had ingested chocolate, please keep an eye out for ANY signs of poisoning! Every dog reacts differently to quantity.
Coffee/Tea: Drinks/Foods: containing caffeine or sugar may cause many of the same symptoms chocolate causes