Can dogs eat watermelon? 🐶🍉

Can dogs eat watermelon, and why?

Watermelon flesh is a hydrating treat for dogs; remove seeds and rind. Remove the seeds and tough rind, which can cause digestive upset or blockages.

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 watermelon to dogs

• •How much: A few pieces of seedless watermelon flesh as a refreshing treat.
• •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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