When feeding fruit to your furry friends, you have to bear in mind that it should be done in moderation as fruit contains more sugar than vegetables. If your pet is overweight fruit should be limited, and smaller animals (like rabbits) should only be fed up to 2 tablespoons of fruit per day. Make sure all fruit is washed and remove any rind, inedible skins, seeds and pits. Having said all that, there are still plenty of benefits to feeding fruit to your pets, so let's find out which fruits are safe!
Fruit has more sugar than vegetables, so should be limited to overweight pets. make sure all fruit is washed and remove rind, inedible skins, seeds and pits.
Apples
Good for? Overweight pets, and senior pets with a low metabolism. Can be eaten by cats, dogs and rabbits
Contain? They are high in fibre and low in fat. They contain Vitamin A and C which are essential for healthy bones and tissue
Don't forget! You need to remove the core and seeds as they contain cyanide
Apricots
Good for? Cats, dogs and rabbits
Contain? They are full of potassium and beta-carotene.
Don't forget! Don't give them the stems or leaves, the stems are poisonous
Bananas
Good for? Cats, dogs and rabbits
Contain? They contain potassium which can support heart and kidney functions. They are high in carbohydrates and sugar so should be given to dogs sparingly.
Don't forget! Slice the banana into reasonable slices
Blackberries & Blueberries
Good for? Cats, dogs and rabbits
Contain? They contain antioxidants, fibre and vitamin c
Cantaloupe
Good for? Cats and dogs
Contain? They contain Vitamins A, B and C, which can help alleviate inflammatory tissues
Don't forget! The skin can carry harmful bacteria, so remove this and the seeds. Cut the melon into manageable wedges before feeding
Cranberries
Good for? Cats and dogs
Contain? They contain Vitamin C, fibre and manganese, and they can help fight UTIs!
Don't forget! They can be served raw, cooked or dried, but not as a juice or sauce as they contain too much sugar and can upset your pet's stomach
Mangoes
Good for? Cats, dogs and rabbits
Contain? They have lots of vitamins
Don't forget! You need to remove the hard middle pit as it contains cyanide. You also need to remove the skin, and serve it in small amounts as it could otherwise cause an upset stomach
Oranges
Good for? Dogs will like them, but cats will probably not be interested (author note: when I get an orange out my cats run away!)
Contain? They have lots of nutrients like Vitamin C, that can help a pet's immune system and flush out toxins
Don't forget! You need to remove the seeds, peel, leaves and stem - your dog can only eat the fleshy part of the fruit
Pears
Good for? Cats and dogs
Contain? They contain Vitamin A and C, and fibre
Don't forget! Feed them in moderation, and remove any seeds
Pineapple
Good for? Cats, dogs and rabbits
Contain? They contain lots of vitamins, and minerals such as folate and zinc, which can help your pet's digestion and immune system
Don't forget! As they contain a lot of sugar they are best served in small quantities. Remove the spiky skin and hard core
Raspberries
Good for? They are good for cats, dogs and rabbits, but only in small doses!
Contain? They contain lots of fibre and Vitamin C, and are low in sugar. They have anti-inflammatory properties which makes them great for older pets
Don't forget! They contain small amounts of naturally occurring sweetener called xylitol, which can be fatal if ingested in large amounts
Strawberries
Good for? Cats, dogs and rabbits
Contain? They contain lots of nutrients which help strengthen your pet's immune system, and slow age-related issues
Don't forget! They can be served fresh or frozen, and raw or pureed over their normal food
Watermelon
Good for? Cats and dogs
Contain? They are almost 92% water, so they are great for hydration. They contain Vitamin A, C and B-6, as well as potassium which helps maintain healthy muscle and nerve function
What fruit do you feed your pets? Let us know @office_fruit!
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