Every season has goodies, and those who love food try to eat what nature generously offers. So, this autumn, stock up on delicious seasonal fruit, let your imaginations run wild, and create tasty recipes!
Dogs are also ecstatic about autumnal smells and colours and want to try a bite of whatever you eat and cook.
Fortunately, there are autumn fruits that you can shar
e with them and some that you should avoid. We have prepared a list of these two categories and hope it helps you.
Fruits that you can share with your dog
Apples:
One of the most characteristic autumn fruits is apples. Apples are delicious and healthy. They contain calcium, potassium, and vitamins A and C, which help dogs build a strong immune system.
They are also rich in fibre and antioxidants, which help prevent and treat inflammation. In addition, apples are a good snack option that can replace commercial treats.
Pears:
Another autumn fruit you can share with your dog is the pear. Pears are absolutely safe for your four-legged friends and are an excellent source of vitamins C and K.
In addition, they contain a lot of fibre, which helps dogs' coats be shiny and their skin healthy. Of course, as with apples, you should remove their stones to avoid choking.
It is good to remove the skin and cut them into small pieces.
Cranberries:
Their antioxidant and antibacterial properties can support the good health of your dog's immune system. In addition, cranberries contain proanthocyanidins, which contribute to urinary tract health.
Of course, it is good to avoid dried cranberries and those containing sweetening substances and to prefer fresh ones.
Fruits that you cannot share with your dog
Grapes:
As delicious as grapes are, your dog should never eat them, as they are very dangerous to their health. There is a possibility that even consuming one can lead to acute kidney failure.
Some of the symptoms of poisoning are loss of appetite, weakness, drowsiness, vomiting and diarrhea, abdominal pain and shortness of breath. If your dog ate a grape, you should contact the vet immediately.
Grapefruit:
Grapefruit is a fairly acidic fruit that can cause stomach upsets in your beloved dog. The peel and seeds can cause the same problems, so they should be avoided.
Especially if a dog is taking medication, there is a chance that the fruit can block the medication's metabolism, leading to unwanted side effects.
Summarising
There is an abundance of fruit during autumn. However, not everything is safe for your dogs. Therefore, before you give them some autumn fruit, you should ask a veterinarian for advice.
Likewise, if you notice symptoms after eating some fruit, you immediately call the veterinarian to give us further instructions.
Konstantina Malliou is a columnist for To Pet Mou. Translated by Paul Antonopoulos.
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