In my earlier articles, I’ve answered the questions of whether dogs can eat watermelon and blueberries. Today we’re answering the question if dogs can eat apples and if these fruits are safe for your four-legged friends.
You know the saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. This is because apples are high in fiber, vitamin C, and various antioxidants. You could say that eating apples can have multiple benefits for your health! However, can dogs eat apples, and are they even safe for your dog?
The short answer is yes! Apples are perfectly safe for dogs, and another plus is that most dogs actually love eating apples.
Can dogs eat apples
Like mentioned, apples are a great source of vitamin C, fiber, calcium, and phosphorus. Another great thing about apples is that they are a very safe way to satisfy your pet’s sweet tooth (I hope you know you should never give your dog chocolate).
Fun fact: Did you know that chewing an apple can help clean your dog’s teeth However, it shouldn’t be a substitute for actual dental care.
How to safely feed your dog apples
Before giving your dog apples make sure you peel them and cut them into slices or small pieces so it isn’t a choking hazard. The core and the stem could also be choking hazards, so it is best you remove them as well.
Also, it would be best you remove the seeds. Like it is with watermelon seeds, apples contain something called cyanide, which is a very toxic substance.
Always remember to never let your dog eat too many apples. They could cause your dog to have a bellyache and diarrhea. As it is with many things, moderation is key.
Apple Dog Treat Recipes
Taking care of our dogs starts with good nutrition. So why not make your dog some delicious but very healthy apple treats!
Apple sauce cookies with peanut butter
For these apple sauce and peanut butter cookies for your dog you’ll only need five ingredients and they only take 25 minutes in the oven! This is how you make them.
INGREDIENTS
3 cups whole wheat flour
2 cups quick-cook oats
1 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky, your choice!)
1 cup unsweetened organic applesauce
1 tbs baking powder
1/4-1/2 cup olive oil or coconut oil, optional
INSTRUCTIONS
First things first, preheat your oven to 350 degrees and cover 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Then, in a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients well. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface.
If the dough is too loose and crumbly, you can add 1/4-1/2 cup olive oil or coconut oil at this point. Then, use a rolling pin to roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut it into shapes with cookie cutters. If you don’t want to use cookie cutters, simply make small dough balls.
Place the cookies on your baking sheet, approximately 1/2 inch apart. Bake in preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Let the cookies cool and then serve.
The uneaten cookies can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to seven days!
Frozen apple ice treats for your dog
These frozen apple treats from Irresistiblepets.net are incredibly easy to make, but your dog will absolutely love them! Even if you have a pretty busy schedule you can whip up these frozen dog treats in under 15 minutes!
Conclusion
Apples are perfectly safe and healthy for dogs, so you can give it to your dog without any worry! Of course, you need to make sure to peel and cut the apple into small pieces, and remove the seeds and stem! You can even make delicious healthy treats for your dog using apples!