Can dogs eat apple?
Quick verdict
Safe
Recommended amount
A few slices of apple with the core and pips removed.
Why
Apple is a crunchy, healthy treat for dogs; remove the pips and core.
Can dogs eat apple, and why?
Apple is a crunchy, healthy treat for dogs; remove the pips and core. Apple pips contain tiny amounts of cyanide, so always remove them.
Dogs are omnivores, so most of their diet should be a complete, balanced dog food, with treats on top. They cope with a wide range of foods, but rich, fatty or sugary ones can cause stomach upset and, over time, weight gain or pancreatitis.
How to feed apple to dogs
- •How much: A few slices of apple with the core and pips removed.
- •How often: An everyday option in sensible amounts, but rotate with other foods for variety. Treats — including fruit and veg — should make up no more than about 10% of a dog’s daily calories.
- •Young pets: Puppies have more delicate tummies and specific growth needs, so introduce any new food in tiny amounts and check with your vet.
- •Preparation: Always wash fresh produce, remove any pips, stones, seeds, peel or tough skin where relevant, and serve it plain — never with salt, sugar, oil, butter or seasoning.
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Frequently asked questions
Can dogs eat apple?
Safe. Apple is a crunchy, healthy treat for dogs; remove the pips and core.
How much apple can a dog have?
A few slices of apple with the core and pips removed.
Can dogs eat apple every day?
In sensible amounts apple can be a regular treat, but variety matters — treats — including fruit and veg — should make up no more than about 10% of a dog’s daily calories.
Can puppies eat apple?
Puppies have more delicate tummies and specific growth needs, so introduce any new food in tiny amounts and check with your vet.
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