Most French Bulldogs will happily eat just about anything they can get their paws on. But let’s be honest—this applies to most dogs. :) As dog parents, we’re always looking for healthy food options that our pups will actually enjoy. One thing we all worry about is keeping our dogs at a healthy weight and avoiding issues like obesity. Instead of reaching for processed snacks, fruits are a great option—they’re natural, healthy, and easy to find. Fira loves a few blueberries as a treat!
Fruits That Your French Bulldog Needs To Eat
1. Apple
Enriched in vitamin A and C, an apple can boost your pup’s health and help him maintain it if given without the seeds and skin. Make sure you wash, peel the skin and remove seeds before offering them to your puppy. The apple’s seeds are highly toxic to them as they contain cyanide, which can be fatal if eaten. Additionally, apples provide antioxidants and are especially good for dogs who are prone to bone joint issues.
Last but not least, apples contain Pectin- a soluble fiber to aid your dog to battle some life-threatening diseases such as diabetes, diarrhea, and excessive blood sugar.
I regularly add diced apples to their homemade dog food.
2. Banana
All dogs can eat bananas. Bananas are high in beneficial nutrients such as vitamin B6 and C and potassium.
Because bananas are higher in calories than other fruits, make sure that your Frenchie is eating one half of a banana every every few days or so, at most. Pick up a banana, cut it into half, eat one piece yourself and offer the other to your him!
3. Apricot
This cute fruit is compact but big in flavor. Just make sure to remove the seed first, as it’s large enough to be a choking hazard or even cause a dangerous blockage. Apricots without seeds are a safe and healthy treat, loaded with beneficial nutrients like iron, potassium, fiber, and carotene–all of which support your pup’s overall health. Slice it up, toss the seed, and watch your dog enjoy every bite.
4. Strawberries
French Bulldogs simply love eating strawberries.
Some experts say that fresh strawberries can strengthen the immune system and slow down the aging process if given in moderation. Strawberries are rich in multiple essential vitamins and fatty acids. Fiber, magnesium, and folic acids are the three vitamins that are the main reasons to include strawberries into your dog’s diet plan. Strawberries are a also primary vitamin C source and a perfect antioxidant to remove toxic substances from your pup’s body. These antioxidants, along with being beneficial to strengthen their bones and digestive tracts, can also help your Frenchie keep its fur and skin healthy and shiny. Add them to treat recipes for extra sweetness and flavor, like this Strawberry Almond Cake recipe.
5. Watermelon
Dogs love watermelon because it’s soft, refreshing, and easy to digest. Watermelon is especially essential in the summer when the weather is hot. Since watermelon is mostly liquid, it is one of the sweetest ways to keep your dog hydrated. No fat or cholesterol, so it’s pretty much a worry-less ingredient that you could add into your doggie’s diet plan. Watermelons are also packed with nutrients like potassium, vitamin B6, A, and C.
Just make sure you the piece is seed-free as seeds can be highly toxic for your dog’s health and sometimes can be fatal.
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