Can dogs eat mangoes?
We directly concluded at the beginning of the article that dogs can eat mangoes. But what owners need to ensure is that when feeding dogs, they can only feed them the yellow pulp part. Other parts are not acceptable to dogs.
Can dogs eat mango peel?
Because of the special nature of mangoes, generally speaking, we have to peel off the skin to see the pulp. However, most owners have the patience to peel it themselves. When it comes to feeding dogs, I don’t have such patience. However, here we have to warn owners that dogs cannot eat mango peel. Because the dog’s intestines and stomach are very fragile!
Although dogs have lived with humans for a long time, they have evolved the ability to digest some fiber. But mango peel is not within the digestible range. If dogs eat mango peels, they may suffer from indigestion problems or intestinal infarction. This situation is very dangerous for dogs, so if owners want to be lazy, it is better not to feed them to their dogs.
What should you do if your dog accidentally swallows a mango pit?
For dogs, the mango pit is the most dangerous part of the mango. Because the mango core is hard and not small in size. What’s even more deadly is that mango pits contain cyanide. This is a toxic substance for dogs. In addition, the hard texture of mango pits is likely to get stuck in the dog's throat or block the dog's intestines. If a dog swallows a mango pit, what the owner should do is contact the nearby pet hospital immediately and send the dog to first aid. Even if the dog does not swallow the mango pit, the hard mango pit may break the dog's teeth when it enters the mouth. So the best way is to keep dogs away from dangerous things like mango pits.
What are the benefits of eating mangoes for dogs?
As a fruit, mango is rich in vitamins A, C, B6, E and potassium. Vitamin A can improve dogs’ vision, vitamins C and E can improve immunity, and vitamin B6 can effectively reduce the chance of dogs developing common diseases such as hip dysplasia. In addition, mango is also one of the sources of pectin for dogs. Mango is also rich in carotene and quercetin. These two substances are good antioxidants and have good anti-cancer effects. In addition, the fiber contained in mango can also promote gastrointestinal motility in dogs, solve constipation problems, and soften feces.
How to feed mango to dogs?
The best way is to buy fresh mangoes, then peel and core them. Then cut it into small pieces for your dog to eat. Just give me about three to four yuan each time. Giving too much is not a good thing for the dog. Because the sugar and fiber contained in mangoes are too much for dogs. Therefore, it is best for owners to control the amount of food they feed their dogs. At the same time, chilled mangoes and dried mangoes are not recommended here. Chilled mangoes will lose some of their vitamins and minerals. As for dried mango, a lot of seasonings are added during the production process, and these seasonings are not something dogs can bear. So fresh mango is most suitable.
Although dogs are animals that like to eat meat, in some cases, giving them a small amount of fruits and vegetables can effectively supplement their nutrition and make their bodies healthier. Of course, you must remember the saying: "Too much is too little". Feeding in moderation is the healthiest lifestyle for dogs.
Veterinary advice:
It is edible. Mango is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, various carotenoids, sugar and crude fiber, which can supplement the daily nutrients needed by dogs. However, you should pay attention to the following points when feeding mangoes: First, because mangoes are sour and slightly cold, it is not suitable for dogs to eat mangoes when they are vomiting, have digestive tract, especially stomach diseases, and also when they have oral diseases or during pregnancy. It is not suitable to eat mangoes. If the dog itself is allergic, it is not suitable to eat mango. Don’t ignore the abnormal symptoms of your dog when eating mango for the first time. If you find facial swelling, flushing of mucous membranes, drooling, pimples on the skin, etc., this is a sign of allergies. You should stop feeding mango immediately and go to a nearby pet hospital for treatment. . Furthermore, it needs to be fed in an appropriate amount, not in large amounts, as it may cause digestive tract dysfunction.