Papaya can be a healthy and tasty treat for both you and your dog. A perfectly ripe one has a creamy, butter-like texture with mild sweetness. Read on to know how your dog can enjoy and benefit from this refreshing tropical fruit.
How healthy is papaya?
Papaya is an excellent source of vitamins and nutrients for your dog like:
- the enzyme papain, which aids in the digestion of proteins and helps maintain a healthy digestive system
- fiber, which helps lower cholesterol
- vitamin A, which helps improve and protect eyesight
- vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system
- antioxidants, phytonutrients, and flavonoids, which help prevent damage from free radicals
- folate, potassium, and calcium which aid in heart and immune system health
- anti-inflammatory properties, which help in arthritis and bone health
How much is too much?
Its low-sugar content makes papaya an ideal snack for both diabetic and non-diabetic dogs. However, do not overfeed your furkid with this fruit. Having too much may cause your dog irregular bowel movements.
If you’re feeding papaya to your dog for the first time, it’s better to start in very small amounts. This will help his body to adjust slowly to the new food you’re introducing. You can ask your veterinarian about how much and how often you can give this fruit to your furkid.
How to feed papaya to your dog?
To prepare papaya, you will need to remove the skin and the seeds first. The skin is a bit tough to chew and may cause your furkid to choke. Likewise, the seeds are also quite tough and may contain small amounts of toxic cyanide. Although some say that the seeds also offer some health benefits, it’s best to avoid it altogether to be safe.
After removing the skin and seeds, cut up the fruit into small chunks. You may add it as a topper to your furkids‘ favorite kibble or canned food or give it as treats.
For a more convenient option, you can feed your dog with Wishbone Pet Foods. Wishbone is a gourmet pet food that is specially enriched with the Power of 8 superfoods: papaya, mango, cranberries, blueberries, flaxseed, basil, rosemary, and peppermint. These super fruits and herbs are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants which help strengthen your dog’s immune system and promote better overall health.
We suggest that you visit our website for more information and discover our appetizing gourmet recipes for both dogs and cats.
Does your dog love to eat fruits? He might like mangoes too.
Discover these six appetizing herbs that dogs and cats may enjoy.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to connect with our Wishbone community.
Recent Comments