Dog Food

Yes, dogs can occasionally eat small amounts of plainly cooked navy beans. Originally cultivated in the Americas, navy beans are known for their small, white, oval appearance. The bean got its moniker as it was constantly served to the sailors of the US Navy. However, this legume has many other names: haricot, pearl haricot, Boston,… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Navy Beans?

No, dogs cannot eat refried beans because of its ingredients. Refried beans is a popular Mexican dish consisting of cooked mashed beans. It commonly uses pinto, black, or kidney beans as its base. The legumes are cooked or stewed, then converted into paste with a masher or fine mesh sieve. Then, the paste is intensely… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Refried Beans?

It depends. Originally from East Asia, soybeans contain the highest amount of plant-based protein compared to other bean varieties. Soy is good for dogs as long as he is not allergic or intolerant to it. This legume is packed with potassium, vitamins, iron, and dietary fiber, which are all good for dogs. It is also… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Soybeans?

Yes, dogs can eat plainly cooked lima beans occasionally. A member of the legume family, lima beans are soft in texture and green in appearance. These edible beans come in many names such as Madagascar beans, wax beans, double beans, butter beans, sieva beans, and chad beans. Lima beans are low in fat, high in… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Lima Beans?

No, dogs should not eat spicy food. Spicy food such as chili beans and curry may be delicious for humans, but this may not be the case for dogs. Spicy dishes are made with hot peppers such as chili peppers, cayenne, jalapenos, and serrano—all of which cannot be eaten by your dog. When eaten, the… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Spicy Food?

Yes, dogs can eat Greek yogurt but only in limited amounts. Greek yogurt is a cultured and fermented treat that comes from milk. It is a thicker version of regular yogurt because the liquid has been drained out of it. As long as your dog is not lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy, he can… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Greek Yogurt?

Yes, dogs can eat kidney beans as long as they are cooked plainly. Kidney beans are high in antioxidants and great sources of plant-based protein. These legumes come from the flowering plant family Fabaceae. Kidney beans are often included in spicy stews and soups such as chili con carne and brenebon. They can be cooked… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Kidney Beans?

No, dogs cannot eat mustard because of harmful compounds. Ranging from bright yellow to dark brown, mustard is a condiment that can come in whole, ground, powder, and paste forms. It is used as a flavouring (for meats, sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs) or mixed into dressings, sauces, and glazes. The condiment is made from… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Mustard?

Dogs can occasionally eat cooked white rice. Appearing bright and shiny in raw form, white rice is a less nutritious grain choice because of how it is made. The process involves removing its husk, bran, and germ so that it is easier to digest. Plus, it can be stored for longer periods of time.  White… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat White Rice?

It is not recommended for dogs to eat vanilla ice cream. Vanilla-flavoured ice cream uses the extract taken from vanilla beans and combines it with milk, cream, sugar, and eggs to whip up the frozen treat. Most of these ingredients are not good for dogs due to various reasons.  Milk and cream cannot be digested… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Vanilla Ice Cream?

Yes, dogs can eat oats as long as they are cooked plainly. Oats are cereal grains that are high in plant-based protein and fat. They are commonly consumed by humans as oatmeal and rolled oats, but even dogs and cats can enjoy them as they are a good source of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and soluble… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Oats?

No, dogs cannot eat apple cores. Apples are sweet-tasting fruits that dogs can eat since they contain fiber, vitamins A and C, and other nutrients that would benefit canines. However, their core should be removed for multiple reasons. First off, the apple core may be a choking hazard and can cause blockage in your dog’s… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Apple Cores?