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How much pumpkin should I give my 40 lb dog?

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That being said, the recommended amount of pumpkin to give a dog is 1 teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight of plain, canned pumpkin (NOT pie filling) or fresh, steamed pumpkin. Given once or twice daily, this can aid in defecation. Always have fresh water available.


How much pumpkin should I feed my dog by weight?

Canned (unsweetened) cooked or pureed pumpkin can be mixed into your dog's regular wet or dry food. Chewy's resident vet, Dr. Katy Nelson recommends serving 1 teaspoon of plain canned pumpkin per day (per 10 lbs. of body weight--so a bit more or less for your particular pooch).

How much pumpkin can a dog have a day?

Generally, 1 tsp of canned (or cooked and pureed) pumpkin per 10 lbs of body weight per day is a good standard to go by. If your dog has a health condition such as diabetes, please talk to your vet before feeding the pumpkin to your dog.

How much should a 40 pound dog eat per day?

If they weigh 30 pounds, look to feed 1 ¾ cups a day. If they're 40, move that up to 2 ¼ cups. Finally, if your dog is 50 pounds, you should be giving them 2 ⅔ cups a day.

How long does it take pumpkin to help a dog poop?

For a small dog or cat, start with a ½ teaspoonful, increasing to one or two teaspoons if necessary. For large dogs, start with a tablespoonful of canned pumpkin and slowly increase the amount if needed. You should see improvement in your pet within a few hours.

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