{"id":8197,"date":"2022-03-25T06:38:50","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:38:50","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:50","slug":"can-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/","title":{"rendered":"Can you give a puppy too much pumpkin?"},"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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#Can_you_give_a_puppy_too_much_pumpkin\" title=\"Can you give a puppy too much pumpkin?\">Can you give a puppy too much pumpkin?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#Can_I_give_my_7_week_old_puppy_pumpkin\" title=\"Can I give my 7 week old puppy pumpkin?\">Can I give my 7 week old puppy pumpkin?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#How_long_does_it_take_pumpkin_to_help_a_dog_poop\" title=\"How long does it take pumpkin to help a dog poop?\">How long does it take pumpkin to help a dog poop?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#How_much_pumpkin_can_a_dog_have_a_day\" title=\"How much pumpkin can a dog have a day?\">How much pumpkin can a dog have a day?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#Can_I_give_my_puppy_pumpkin_everyday\" title=\"Can I give my puppy pumpkin everyday?\">Can I give my puppy pumpkin everyday?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#How_much_pumpkin_should_I_give_my_puppy\" title=\"How much pumpkin should I give my puppy?\">How much pumpkin should I give my puppy?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#Can_too_much_pumpkin_upset_dogs_stomach\" title=\"Can too much pumpkin upset dogs stomach?\">Can too much pumpkin upset dogs stomach?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#Will_pumpkin_hurt_puppies\" title=\"Will pumpkin hurt puppies?\">Will pumpkin hurt puppies?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#How_much_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_7_week_old_puppy\" title=\"How much pumpkin can I give my 7 week old puppy?\">How much pumpkin can I give my 7 week old puppy?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#Can_you_give_pumpkin_to_puppies\" title=\"Can you give pumpkin to puppies?\">Can you give pumpkin to puppies?<\/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-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#Can_I_give_my_6_week_old_puppy_pumpkin\" title=\"Can I give my 6 week old puppy pumpkin?\">Can I give my 6 week old puppy pumpkin?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_pumpkin_to_work_for_constipation_in_dogs\" title=\"How long does it take for pumpkin to work for constipation in dogs?\">How long does it take for pumpkin to work for constipation in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#How_fast_does_pumpkin_work_for_dog_diarrhea\" title=\"How fast does pumpkin work for dog diarrhea?\">How fast does pumpkin work for dog diarrhea?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#How_much_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_dog_for_constipation\" title=\"How much pumpkin can I give my dog for constipation?\">How much pumpkin can I give my dog for constipation?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-give-a-puppy-too-much-pumpkin\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_who_hasnt_pooped_in_2_days\" title=\"What can I give my dog who hasn&#8217;t pooped in 2 days?\">What can I give my dog who hasn&#8217;t pooped in 2 days?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_give_a_puppy_too_much_pumpkin\"><\/span>Can you give a puppy too much pumpkin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Too much pumpkin in your dog&#8217;s diet can cause some harmful effects. Nutrient deficiencies. While some people add pumpkin to their dog&#8217;s diet to boost fiber intake, too much fiber can be dangerous.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_7_week_old_puppy_pumpkin\"><\/span>Can I give my 7 week old puppy pumpkin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes, but we recommend that you first clean and roast them. Do not serve them raw. Cleaned and baked pumpkin seeds are an all natural, delicious snack for your dog (they&#8217;re good for you too).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_pumpkin_to_help_a_dog_poop\"><\/span>How long does it take pumpkin to help a dog poop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For a small dog or cat, start with a  teaspoonful, increasing to one or two teaspoons if necessary. For large dogs, start with a tablespoonful of canned pumpkin and slowly increase the amount if needed. You should see improvement in your pet within <b>a few hours<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_pumpkin_can_a_dog_have_a_day\"><\/span>How much pumpkin can a dog have a day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, <b>1 tsp of canned (or cooked and pureed) pumpkin per 10 lbs of body weight per day is a good standard to go by. If your dog has a health condition such as diabetes, please talk to your vet before feeding the pumpkin to your dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_give_my_puppy_pumpkin_everyday\"><\/span>Can I give my puppy pumpkin everyday?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Go by weight in terms of the maximum amount of pumpkin to feed your dog: <b>Small dogs can have a teaspoon or so per day, while big dogs can handle a tablespoon or two.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_pumpkin_should_I_give_my_puppy\"><\/span>How much pumpkin should I give my puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How Much Pumpkin Should I Give My Dog? To help abate your dog&#8217;s diarrhea, add <b>1-to-4 tablespoons of pumpkin or pumpkin powder to your dog&#8217;s meal.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_too_much_pumpkin_upset_dogs_stomach\"><\/span>Can too much pumpkin upset dogs stomach?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Too much canned pumpkin can lead to lose bowel movements and create an entirely different issue. It&#8217;s also wise to make sure your pet isn&#8217;t suffering from a more serious gastrointestinal issue such as pancreatitis, which can be life threatening.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_pumpkin_hurt_puppies\"><\/span>Will pumpkin hurt puppies?<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=\"How_much_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_7_week_old_puppy\"><\/span>How much pumpkin can I give my 7 week old puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Be sure your dog drinks plenty of water when adding pumpkin or any other fiber-rich ingredients to their diet to prevent dehydration. Go by weight in terms of the maximum amount of pumpkin to feed your dog: <b>Small dogs can have a teaspoon or so per day, while big dogs can handle a tablespoon or two.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_give_pumpkin_to_puppies\"><\/span>Can you give pumpkin to puppies?<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_I_give_my_6_week_old_puppy_pumpkin\"><\/span>Can I give my 6 week old puppy pumpkin?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, <b>pumpkin is safe for dogs to eat and contains lots of beneficial nutrients that can help with everything from a shinier coat to better eyesight. However, too much of even a good thing isn&#8217;t good for your pup.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_pumpkin_to_work_for_constipation_in_dogs\"><\/span>How long does it take for pumpkin to work for constipation in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For large dogs, start with a tablespoonful of canned pumpkin and slowly increase the amount if needed. You should see improvement in your pet within <b>a few hours<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_fast_does_pumpkin_work_for_dog_diarrhea\"><\/span>How fast does pumpkin work for dog diarrhea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How Long Does Pumpkin Take to Work? Most cases of simple diarrhea will resolve with pumpkin and a bland diet in <b>one to three days.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_pumpkin_can_I_give_my_dog_for_constipation\"><\/span>How much pumpkin can I give my dog for constipation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Merck Veterinary Manual states that adding <b>1-to-4 tablespoons of pumpkin per meal to the diet of a dog suffering from constipation can help ease mild constipation.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_who_hasnt_pooped_in_2_days\"><\/span>What can I give my dog who hasn&#8217;t pooped in 2 days?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs become constipated often, and most of the time, the problem can be taken care of with something as simple as <b>a little canned pumpkin or extra water for a couple of days. However, if your dog is in pain or seems to be struggling at all, take him to the vet.<\/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","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can you give a puppy too much pumpkin?Can I give my 7 week old puppy pumpkin?How long does it take pumpkin to help a dog poop?How much pumpkin can a dog have a day?Can I give my puppy pumpkin everyday?How much pumpkin should I give my puppy?Can too much pumpkin upset dogs&#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":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8197"}],"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=8197"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8197\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8197"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8197"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8197"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}