6 Dog-Friendly Fall Foods to Share With Your Pups
When Fall rolls around, we get sucked into everything pumpkin flavored. But can our pets do the same? We reached out to Dr. Louise Murray, veterinarian for Wellness TruFood, and our friends at DogVacay to find out just which Fall foods are pet friendly.
- Lentils: These legumes are full of protein, fiber, iron, and vitamins and can be a great natural protein source for pet foods.
- Cranberry sauce: The berries are packed with healthy antioxidants and vitamins — that's why you'll often find them as ingredients in kibble.
- Mashed potatoes: Cooked potatoes are a fine snack, as long as you haven't added any butter or sour cream — dairy products are tough on dogs' digestive systems.
- Pumpkin: It's not just for decorating and dessert; it is loaded with natural fiber and moisture, while low in calories. The fiber in pumpkin may be helpful in keeping your pet's digestive tract in good working order.
- Turkey: This meat is often featured in holiday meals. Families can include furry members in this tradition while still ensuring their diet is balanced and pet-appropriate by offering pet foods incorporating turkey as an excellent source of lean protein.
- Green beans: This side dish is high in antioxidants and fiber, among other benefits.
And if nothing else, you can feed your furry friends the always-reliable Wellness TruFood, which is a grain-free, natural pet food made with protein, fruits, and vegetables, including some of these Fall favorites.