Suzie’s Pet Treats is proud to have pumpkin as their most popular flavor - dogs love it, and it adds helpful, healthy benefits to your pup's diet!
Is Pumpkin Safe for Dogs?
Often with human-grade ingredients pet parents wonder what is safe for their dogs. If you've ever though, "can my dog eat pumpkin?", you are in luck. Pumpkin is an easy go-to treat that is safe and healthy for your pup! Just be sure to make sure your pumpkin source has no added fillers that can be harmful to pets. You can even consider USDA Organic options, such as Suzie's Pumpkin Treats! Is Pumpkin Healthy for Dogs? Not only is pumpkin an excellent safe snack, but it also offers great nutritional benefits for your pet. Pumpkin I packed with several nutrients for your pup’s diet, including beta-carotene, zinc, iron, vitamin A, E, and C, and potassium.
What are the Benefits of Pumpkin for Dogs?
Digestive Health Dogs may face digestive issues for a number of reasons, including senior dogs who especially tend to face troubles with digestion. Whether it is diarrhea or constipation, pumpkin can be a great tool to help sooth your pup's tummy troubles When it comes to managing diarrhea, pumpkin's soluble fiber can provide hydrating benefits to help absorb water into your dog's system, as well as offering a high water content to help them replenish their fluids.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, pumpkin can also aid in constipation relief as it helps provide high amounts of fiber to keep your dog regular and free of strain.
Urinary Health
Pumpkin is high in essential fatty acids and antioxidants. These fatty acids and antioxidants are believed to support urinary health. Dogs with urinary incontinence, in particular, may find some relief with the addition of pumpkin to their diets.
Happy Skin and Coat
Whether your dog is dealing with skin irritation or allergies, or you're looking for more shine on your pup's coat, pumpkin can help! The high water content and key nutrients in pumpkin can help give your dog a shiny coat and cause the skin to flake less, potentially even reducing unnecessary shedding.
Eye Health
Pumpkin provides vitamin A which is essential to eye health and preventing eye degeneration. Some dogs that are more prone to the development of night blindness and other eye degeneration may find pumpkin an extra help.
Anti-Parasitic Help
If you are already working with a vet to remove pesky parasites from your pup’s digestive tract, pumpkin can be a tasty and helpful addition. Pumpkin contains the amino acid cucurbitin, which paralyzes worms to aid in getting rid of them.
Holistic Help
Pumpkin is a tasty and healthy addition to your dog's diet. However, keep in mind that this holistic help is just one element to treating and preventing health issues in your dog! Always work with your vet to have the most comprehensive wellness plan in place for your pet.
How Can I Feed Pumpkin to my Dog? Baked Pumpkin Treats The team at Suzie's is proud to make pumpkin treats that are safe for dogs and made with 100% USDA Organic ingrdients. Pumpkin treats can be an easy and convenient way to feed pupmkin to your dog as the treat dosing method is familiar to most dog owners already, and dogs love it!
Pumpkin Puree Topping
Many dogs owners find it convenient to mix pumpkin puree in with their dogs food. It is reccomended to start with mixing in 1 tablespoon of plain pumpkin puree and increasing up to 4 tablespoons over time as your dog adjusts. Pumpkin Stuff Toy Filler Mashed pumpkins or pumpkin puree can be easily added into a kong or other stuff to to create a tasty treat that keeps your dog busy! Try adding dog safe peanut butter into the mix to add in extra flavor for your pup.
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