fruit

No, dogs cannot eat grapefruit because of harmful components found in it. Grapefruit is a citrus fruit that belongs to the rutaceae family. According to the ASPCA, it is toxic for both dogs and cats due to the essential oils and psoralens it contains. Even the grapefruit’s skin, peel, and seeds has psoralens, which can… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Grapefruit?

When you’ve decided on bringing home a rescue cat, you’ll need to prepare a starter kit that includes feeding and drinking bowls as well as complete and balanced meals and treats that meet her nutritional needs. Aside from feeding your cat age-appropriate meals, you can occasionally feed her fresh fruits and vegetables found in your… Continue reading Which fruits and vegetables can your cat eat? [We review close to 50 choices!]

The short answer: Yes, but only in moderation. The long answer: Pineapple is a tropical fruit that consists of berries that have grown together. It contains vitamins (such as vitamins A, B6, and C), minerals (magnesium and potassium), and fiber, which can all benefit your cat.  However, pineapple must only be given in very limited… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Pineapple?

The short answer: It depends. The long answer: Cats are obligate carnivores that do not need to consume fruits to meet their dietary needs. However, if you are a cat owner who is interested in giving fruits to your cat, you should know which ones you can safely give and which ones to steer clear… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Fruits?

The short answer: Yes, but only occasionally. The long answer: Similar to dogs, cats without health issues can safely eat apples that have been properly prepared. However, because cats are obligate carnivores, they do not need to consume fruits to meet their daily nutritional requirements. They also cannot taste the sweetness of apples, and therefore… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Apples?

The short answer: It depends. The long answer: Also known as aubergine or brinjal, eggplant is a purple-coloured plant that belongs to the nightshade family, Solanaceae. It is known for being a nutritious vegetable that’s low in fat and calories, and high in fiber, calcium, and iron. Your dog can be fed cooked eggplant as… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Eggplant?

The short answer: It is not recommended. The long answer: Red, plump, and naturally sweet, tomatoes are packed with nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, folate, and lycopene. However, this fruit is not recommended for cats because it contains solanine and alpha-tomatine that are mildly toxic to cats. These chemical compounds are found… Continue reading Can Cats Eat Tomatoes?

The short answer: Yes, but with caution. The long answer: Round and yellow, apricots are stone fruits that look similar to peaches. They are packed with nutrients (such as potassium, and vitamins A, E, and C) and a considerable amount of antioxidants (such as beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin) that can help fight cancer. Though… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Apricots?

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Honeydew is a fruit that belongs to the melon family. It usually has a smooth, pale outer skin in the shade of yellow or green. Underneath the hard peel is sweet green flesh accompanied by small seeds, usually found at the center of the fruit. … Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Honeydew?

The short answer: Yes, but only in moderation. The long answer: Mandarins are a variant of oranges, which dogs can consume in small quantities. Compared to oranges, they are described as being smaller in size, sweeter in taste, and flatter in shape. They also have a thinner, looser skin that makes them easy to peel.… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Mandarins?

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Nectarines are sweet and tasty fruits packed with beta-carotene, vitamin C, potassium, lutein, and fiber. These vitamins and nutrients will aid in your dog’s skeletal health, eye health, and tissue health. Nectarines are similar to peaches minus the fuzzy exterior. As such, you can offer… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Nectarines?

The short answer: Yes, but in moderation. The long answer: Tangerines are orange-coloured citrus fruits, which consist of hybrids of mandarin orange. They are similar to oranges, but are smaller and less rounded. They also appear more reddish orange than yellowish orange.  Tangerines are high in water, consisting mostly of carbohydrates. These sweet-tasting fruits are… Continue reading Can Dogs Eat Tangerines?