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Is Libby's canned pumpkin good for dogs?

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Created: 2022-04-23 05:45:12

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Plain canned pumpkin is the healthiest choice for your dog. Both fresh and canned pumpkin are good sources of nutrients and fiber, but canned pumpkin contains a higher concentration of fiber and nutrients compared to fresh pumpkin. This is because fresh pumpkin has higher water content than canned pumpkin.


What kind of canned pumpkin can I give my dog?

Plain canned pumpkin (i.e. pureed pumpkin) is the best and safest option to give your dog. It will have less sugars and additives than other options you may find at the grocery store. You can use fresh pumpkin, but it is not usually as nutrient rich as canned pumpkin.

Can I give my dog canned pumpkin from the grocery store?

You can give your dog regular canned pumpkins from your local grocery store. However, it's best to not feed your dog any pumpkin pie filling or canned pumpkin that has added sweeteners and spices. The fewer additives and ingredients in canned pumpkin, the better it will be for your dog's health.

How much canned pumpkin can I give my dog?

Leslie Brooks, DVM, and BetterPet advisor cautions, “We usually tell dog owners to give canned pumpkin to help firm up the stool in cases of soft stools or diarrhea, but in small amounts—no more than 1 tablespoon for a large/giant breed dog or 1 to 2 teaspoons for a small to medium breed dog, once or twice a day.”

Can dogs eat human canned pumpkin?

Pumpkin contains vitamins like A, C, and E, as well as minerals like iron and potassium. Feeding plain canned pumpkin gives a great boost to your dog's nutrition. Great for digestion. Due to its high soluble fiber content, pumpkin is very good for your dog's digestion.

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