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Summary: “Can dogs have peaches?” In this article, we’ll learn whether peaches are safe for dogs, whether dogs can eat canned peaches and discover if peach pits are toxic to dogs…
Can Dogs Have Peaches?
Yes – you can share fresh peaches with your dog, but only if they’re prepared correctly; washed, chopped and without the stem, leaves and stone/pit.
Peach pits, peach stems and leaves contain trace amounts of cyanide – cyanide is toxic to dogs. Peach pits also pose a high choke hazard. If the stone is swallowed, it can cause a blockage in the throat causing your dog to choke or block/damage the oesophagus and intestines. This may require surgery to remove or fix.
Peaches For Dogs
This popular, juicy, summer fruit is loaded with vitamins C, A and antioxidants. They’re also a great source of fibre so yes, peaches can be considered good for dogs. But, they’re also fairly high in sugar which isn’t dog appropriate.
High levels of sugar can cause canine diabetes and unwanted weight gain, so you should only give your dog very small amounts of peach. If your dog is already overweight, obese or has been diagnosed with diabetes it is best to avoid sharing peaches with them.
Make sure to wash the fruit first to remove it of any lingering pesticides, and remove the pit, stem and leaves. Then slice the peach into smaller, bitesize chunks and feed one to your dog. Wait for 24 hours to make sure their body isn’t intolerant to peach before feeding them any more.
Too much peach can lead to gastrointestinal upset in our furry friends including diarrhoea and vomiting. So, only share peach with your pup as a small treat!
Can Dogs Eat Canned Peaches?
No. Dogs should not be fed canned peaches. Canned fruits are typically preserved with syrups that are incredibly high in sugar, preservatives and/or artificial sweeteners which can be dangerous for a dog to eat.
Can Dogs Eat Peach Yoghurt?
No. Dogs should only be fed natural yoghurt that doesn’t contain artificial flavourings or sweeteners which most flavoured yogurt does. Yoghurt should only be fed to dogs as a treat, as most dogs are lactose intolerant!
Sources
“Can Dogs Eat Peaches?” Purina https://www.purina.com/articles/can-dogs-eat-peaches
Author Reisen, Jan “Can Dogs Eat Peaches?” American Kennel Club, Aug 29. 2021 https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/can-dogs-eat-peaches/
