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Greens That Will Improve Your Dog’s Health
Below is a list of all the benefits various greens offer and how they can supercharge nutrition to your pet’s diet. Many of the food and treat items we carry include these green superfoods!
- Kale: A source of antioxidants, fiber, vitamin K, vitamin E, iron, and magnesium
- Cilantro, bok choy, spirulina: all 3 of these greens protect the liver from toxins
- Celery: A source of fiber and vitamin A
- Parsley: Offers support to dental and breath health, digestive health, and urinary health and is a source of potassium
- Zucchini: A source of vitamin K and magnesium. This green vegetable also aids in digestion and bone health
- Dandelion Greens: Offers support to the liver and digestive tract. Also a source of iron, calcium, and vitamin E
Do Dogs Need Fruits & Vegetables?
While dogs are carnivores, they are not considered obligate, like cats. Some consider dogs to fall between omnivores (plant and meat-eaters like pigs) and the carnivore spectrum because, in the wild, they eat whole prey and are often fruits and veggies inside their stomachs.
Dog-Safe Plants
Many of these dog-safe plants are available at your local home and garden or hardware store as seeds, starts, or potted plants.