Vegetables can be a great addition to your dog’s diet if you stick to those that are safe and hand out an appropriate amount writes Wendy Newell.
As omnivores, dogs can digest plants as well as meat.
Source: Whole Dog Journal, August 13, 2018. Link. Newell discusses which vegetables are good and not good for dogs:
Good:
- Leafy greens
- Root vegetables
- Stalks
- Squash
- Broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, corn and cucumber
Not good/questionable:
- Legumes
- Alliums/bulb vegetables – generally toxic to dogs
INSIGHTS: Consider sharing this resource on social media, blogs and in newsletters. Keep copies available for puppy classes. Note the use of frozen vegetables which can help with teething.