{"id":10332,"date":"2022-03-25T06:42:36","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:42:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:42:36","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:42:36","slug":"can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I give my dog canned pumpkin from the grocery store?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Can_I_give_my_dog_canned_pumpkin_from_the_grocery_store\" title=\"Can I give my dog canned pumpkin from the grocery store?\">Can I give my dog canned pumpkin from the grocery store?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Will_canned_pumpkin_hurt_my_dog\" title=\"Will canned pumpkin hurt my dog?\">Will canned pumpkin hurt my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Can_I_feed_my_dog_canned_pumpkin_every_day\" title=\"Can I feed my dog canned pumpkin every day?\">Can I feed my dog canned pumpkin every day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#What_canned_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_dog\" title=\"What canned pumpkin can I give my dog?\">What canned pumpkin can I give my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Can_dogs_eat_regular_canned_pumpkin\" title=\"Can dogs eat regular canned pumpkin?\">Can dogs eat regular canned pumpkin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Can_dogs_eat_canned_pumpkin_from_the_grocery_store\" title=\"Can dogs eat canned pumpkin from the grocery store?\">Can dogs eat canned pumpkin from the grocery store?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#What_kind_of_canned_pumpkin_is_safe_for_dogs\" title=\"What kind of canned pumpkin is safe for dogs?\">What kind of canned pumpkin is safe for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Is_Great_Value_canned_pumpkin_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Is Great Value canned pumpkin good for dogs?\">Is Great Value canned pumpkin good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#How_much_canned_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_dog\" title=\"How much canned pumpkin can I give my dog?\">How much canned pumpkin can I give my dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Is_it_OK_to_give_dogs_canned_pumpkin\" title=\"Is it OK to give dogs canned pumpkin?\">Is it OK to give dogs canned pumpkin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-i-give-my-dog-canned-pumpkin-from-the-grocery-store\/#Can_a_dog_eat_canned_pumpkin_everyday\" title=\"Can a dog eat canned pumpkin everyday?\">Can a dog eat canned pumpkin everyday?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_dog_canned_pumpkin_from_the_grocery_store\"><\/span>Can I give my dog canned pumpkin from the grocery store?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>You can give your dog regular canned pumpkins from your local grocery store. However, it&#8217;s best to not feed your dog any pumpkin pie filling or canned pumpkin that has added sweeteners and spices. The fewer additives and ingredients in canned pumpkin, the better it will be for your dog&#8217;s health.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_canned_pumpkin_hurt_my_dog\"><\/span>Will canned pumpkin hurt my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pumpkin is low in calories and, like other bright orange squashes, contains healthy Vitamin A and antioxidants. It can be eaten raw or cooked, and the seeds can also be consumed. <b>A spoonful of pumpkin won&#8217;t hurt your pet, and may help with tummy troubles.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_feed_my_dog_canned_pumpkin_every_day\"><\/span>Can I feed my dog canned pumpkin every day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A:<b>Yes, plain canned pumpkin is safe for dogs to eat at the recommended daily amount. Do not ever serve your dog pumpkin pie filling or other canned pumpkins with additional spice. Q:Can dogs eat raw pumpkin? A:While raw pumpkin is not dangerous, it can cause digestive upset.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_canned_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_dog\"><\/span>What canned pumpkin can I give my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Plain canned pumpkin (i.e. pureed pumpkin) is the best and safest option to give your dog. It will have less sugars and additives than other options you may find at the grocery store. You can use fresh pumpkin, but it is not usually as nutrient rich as canned pumpkin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_eat_regular_canned_pumpkin\"><\/span>Can dogs eat regular canned pumpkin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Plain canned pumpkin is the healthiest choice for your dog.  This is because fresh pumpkin has higher water content than canned pumpkin. However, canned pumpkin with added salt, spices, sugar, or other additives can irritate your dog&#8217;s stomach further, counteracting the beneficial effects of the pumpkin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_eat_canned_pumpkin_from_the_grocery_store\"><\/span>Can dogs eat canned pumpkin from the grocery store?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to veterinarians, <b>plain, canned pumpkin for dogs is good for dogs. It contains a mixture of vitamins, like vitamin A, E and C, as well as iron and potassium. Canned pumpkin (or pumpkin puree) can add an extra source of fiber for dogs and can be mixed in with their regular dog food, says Dr.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kind_of_canned_pumpkin_is_safe_for_dogs\"><\/span>What kind of canned pumpkin is safe for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Plain canned pumpkin<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Great_Value_canned_pumpkin_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Is Great Value canned pumpkin good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When purchasing canned pumpkin for your cat or dog, <b>stick to plain pumpkin with no added spices or sugar. Cinnamon, which is commonly found in pumpkin pie spice, is dangerous to dogs. Fortunately, plain canned pumpkin is available in grocery stores throughout the year.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_canned_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_dog\"><\/span>How much canned pumpkin can I give my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Leslie Brooks, DVM, and BetterPet advisor cautions, We usually tell dog owners to give canned pumpkin to help firm up the stool in cases of soft stools or diarrhea, but in small amounts<b>no more than 1 tablespoon for a large\/giant breed dog or 1 to 2 teaspoons for a small to medium breed dog, once or twice a day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_give_dogs_canned_pumpkin\"><\/span>Is it OK to give dogs canned pumpkin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Plain canned pumpkin is the healthiest choice for your dog. Both fresh and canned pumpkin are good sources of nutrients and fiber, but canned pumpkin contains a higher concentration of fiber and nutrients compared to fresh pumpkin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_eat_canned_pumpkin_everyday\"><\/span>Can a dog eat canned pumpkin everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A:<b>Yes, plain canned pumpkin is safe for dogs to eat at the recommended daily amount. Do not ever serve your dog pumpkin pie filling or other canned pumpkins with additional spice. Q:Can dogs eat raw pumpkin? A:While raw pumpkin is not dangerous, it can cause digestive upset.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can I give my dog canned pumpkin from the grocery store?Will canned pumpkin hurt my dog?Can I feed my dog canned pumpkin every day?What canned pumpkin can I give my dog?Can dogs eat regular canned pumpkin?Can dogs eat canned pumpkin from the grocery store?What kind of canned pumpkin is safe for dogs?Is&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10332","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10332"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10332"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10332\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10332"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10332"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10332"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}