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It is not recommended for cats to eat durian. Durian is an edible fruit from the tree plant belonging to the genus Durio. Due to its impressive size, distinct smell, and hard, thorny husk, it is called the “king of fruits.” The white to yellow-coloured flesh may be eaten, while its large seeds may be… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Durian?

Yes, cats can eat peach. Peach is a fuzzy fruit that comes from the tree of the same name. It belongs to the Prunus genus, the same family as cherries, apricots, and plums. Nectarines are another form of peach, but they do not have the fuzz on their outer layer.  Similar to dogs, the fresh… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Peach?

Yes, cats can eat zucchini as a treat. Treated as a vegetable in the culinary world, zucchini is actually an edible fruit from the Cucurbita genus. Also called courgette or baby marrow, it is typically harvested when the immature seeds and rind are still soft.  Cats are obligate carnivores that need a regular supply of… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Zucchini?

It is not recommended for cats to eat jam due to the fruit and sugar content. Jam is a jarred jelly product made with crushed fruits, sugar, and water. Almost any fruit can be turned into jam, but it is recommended to use fruits high in pectin, which is a key component in achieving the… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Jam?

Yes, dogs can eat green apples in moderation. Similar to red-coloured apples, green apples can be given to dogs as long as hazardous parts are removed before feeding. Green apples are packed with fiber, protein, potassium, iron, and vitamin K, and are lower in sugar and carbs compared to red ones. Green apples are also… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Green Apples?

No, dogs cannot eat jalapeño because of the capsaicin found in it. Jalapeño is commonly used by humans to add heat to their food. It is a medium-sized chili pepper that belongs to the species Capsicum annuum. The green-coloured fruit may be eaten as is, or ripened into yellow, orange, or red variants.  Though bell… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Jalapeño?

Yes, cats can occasionally eat nectarines in small quantities. A genetic variant of the common peach, nectarine is a non-fuzzy fruit from the tree of the same name. The tree usually grows in warm, temperate regions, and bears sweet-tasting fruits with either white, red, or yellow flesh.  Though cats are obligate carnivores that need animal… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Nectarines?

Yes, cats can eat apricots in small quantities and with caution. Yellow orange in colour, apricots are delicious, fleshy fruits that belong to the genus Prunus. They may be eaten fresh or dried, and are known to be low in calories and high in essential nutrients. These include vitamins A, C, E, and potassium.  Cats… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Apricots?

Yes and no.  A berry is defined by Wikipedia as “a small, pulpy, and often edible fruit.” This type of fruit has a sweet, sour, or tart flavour and does not have a stone or pit. However, seeds or pips (small hard seeds) may be found within it. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cranberries, blackberries, red currants,… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Berries?

Yes, dogs can eat okra in limited quantities. Grown in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate regions, okra is a flowering plant that comes from the family Malvaceae. It goes by the names ladies’ fingers and ochro, and its green seed pods can be enjoyed raw, pickled, or cooked. Even the leaves and seeds can be… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Okra?

Dogs can eat black olives, but it shouldn’t be given regularly.  Olives are fruits that come from trees or shrubs belonging to the Oleaceae family. These are processed into olive oil, or cured and fermented then used in many culinary dishes. Black olives are actually ripe olives that were harvested once they were fully mature.… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Black Olives?

Yes, dogs can eat dragon fruit. Cultivated throughout tropical and subtropical regions around the world, dragon fruit comes from various cactus species indigenous to the Americas. The fruit may come from the genus Stenocereus or Selenicereus, so there is a variety of colours to choose from. The spiky exterior ranges from pink to yellow, while… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Dragon Fruit?