Can dogs eat Strawberries?

Yes, strawberries are safe for dogs to eat. Strawberries are an excellent treat for dogs packed with antioxidants, fiber, and Vitamin C which are great for your pet's health. While strawberries can be a delicious low-calorie treat you can feel good about sharing with your dog, they are high in sugar so be sure to feed in moderation.

Please note that before introducing any new food into your dog's diet, you should consult your veterinarian.

Are Strawberries Good for Dogs?

Strawberries are a great healthy treat that can support your dog's immune system, digestion, and bone health - just to name a few of the benefits! Strawberries also contain malic acid enzyme, which can whiten your dog's smile. Since strawberries are high in sugar, be mindful of how many you share with your furry friend (see our feeding chart, below).

Health Benefits of Strawberries for Dogs

• High in vitamin C for immune system support
• High fiber content to support digestion
• High potassium essential for kidney, heart, muscle, and digestive health
• Excellent source of antioxidants that helps repair cells damages from environmental stresses
• Manganese  activates enzymes and builds collagen to support joint and bone health
• Contains malic acid enzyme that can whiten appearance of teeth
• Omega-3 key for skin and coat health, ALA in berries acts as an anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory that can help with inflamed skin

How to Feed Strawberries to your dog

Strawberries are safe to feed your dog every day, although you should keep an eye on the amount, see the feeding guide below.

How Many Strawberries Can I feed My Dog?

If you're feeding strawberries to your dog as a treat, remember that treats should only account for 10% of your dog's caloric intake. While dogs can eat strawberries every day, you should limit how many strawberries you feed your dog to the following:

There Are Several Ways to Feed Your Dog Strawberries Safely

Make sure to wash and remove the tops before feeding strawberries to your dog. Here are a few ways you can feed your dog strawberries:

• Feed small chunks directly to your dog
• As a frozen treat
• Mashed up as a topper for dry dog food

Strawberries are #1 on Environmental Working Group 's Dirty Dozen list, meaning they have the most pesticides sprayed on them. If your dog loves strawberries, we recommend getting organic if you can to limit any exposure to pesticides.

What to do if Your Dog Ate Strawberries:

Don't worry if your dog ate strawberries, they are not toxic to dogs. Just to be safe, monitor your dog's behavior and if you notice your dog is experiencing any of the symptoms listed below he or she might be having a bad reaction and you should consult a veterinarian immediately.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction:

• Itchiness
• Hives
• Swelling of the face, ears, lips, eyelids, or earflaps
• Red, inflamed skin
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Sneezing
• Itchy ears
• Chronic ear infections
• Itchy, runny eyes
• Constant licking

Symptoms of poisoning:

Strawberries are not poisonous for dogs, but if your dog experiences any of the following symptoms, consult your veterinarian immediately:

• Vomiting or diarrhea can occur within hours of consuming a poisonous substance. Vomit and feces may contain pieces of the substance.
• Lethargy and weakness
• Loss of appetite
• Dehydration
• Limited urination or no urination
• Bad breath
• Tremors and seizures
• Coma