Can dogs eat pumpkin?

Nowadays pet parents are more concerned about providing their pets with natural and wholesome foods. Among those that have gained popularity in recent years is pumpkin, and with good reason. It’s easy to find all year round , and is rich in numerous nutritional proprieties. 

So, can your dog eat it? The bottom line is yes.
Continue reading to find out the proprieties of this autumn favorite and the right way to introduce it in your pet’s diet.

Benefits of Pumpkin
When it comes to benefits, pumpkin can be considered a nutritional powerhouse as it has several exceptional features, beneficial also for your canine friend:

• Rich in natural antioxidants, which help to boost and support the immune system.
• Low in calories and carbohydrates; making it an almost guilt-free pleasure for overweight pets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals: It provides essential vitamins like A, C, and E, as well as important minerals like potassium.
• Rich in soluble fiber: packed with dietary fiber, which can aid in digestion and regulate bowel movements.
  Precisely because of its dietary fiber content, pumpkin can be a first-aid solution for some of the most common digestive issues in dogs such as:
• Diarrhea: the soluble fiber content in pumpkin, can absorb excess moisture and help firm up loose stools. 
• Constipation: the fiber content aids in regular bowel movements by adding bulk to the stool.
   

It’s best to remember to always check with your vet on why your pet may suffering from one of the above-mentioned issues.

Introducing pumpkin in your dog’s diet
As we’ve seen above pumpkin is very beneficial, but nonetheless it should be introduced gradually and in the right way.
When it comes to nutrition, it’s best to remember that a well-balanced diet is always the correct way to go. Going on a full pumpkin diet could lead to dietary imbalances and even to serious health consequences. 
If you wish to introduce this vegetable in your pet’s diet, be sure to consult your veterinarian or a pet nutritionist to avoid any dietary imbalances.
If you still have any doubts, remember that you can always count on the assistance of our Farmina Genius Consultants. Contact them now to receive precious advice on how to introduce pumpkin in your pet’s meals and to receive a free personalized nutrition plan, according to your pet’s needs.

N&D Pumpkin – The Farmina Solution
We know that feeding your pet fruits or vegetables, is never an easy task. 
If you’re looking for an easy way to make your pet enjoy all the health benefits of pumpkin while keeping it on a balanced diet, then N&D Pumpkin is your easiest route.

Why N&D Pumpkin
•    Featuring pumpkin from European agriculture
•    With 96% of protein from animal origin
•    Made without cereals
•    Highly palatable


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