Asparagus For Dogs 101: Can Dogs Eat Asparagus?

can dogs eat asparagus

Have you also been confused about Can Dogs Eat Asparagus or not? Surely you want to feed the food to your pooch that you love. if so, then don’t worry your confusion will be removed here.

No doubt your canine needs more energy to keep himself active and fresh all the time.

As your canine have carnivorous ancestors. They used to eat meat that is a premium source of protein. But with the passage of time, dogs have been able to digest the vegetable as omnivores are. Vegetables and other healthy fruits are the best sources of antioxidants, fibers, vitamins, and minerals.

When it comes to asparagus, it also provides more proteins, fibers with fewer carbs and fats.

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  1. Can Dogs Eat Asparagus?

Can Dogs Eat Asparagus?

Yes, your dog can eat asparagus. It is not harmful to him. Actually, it is a wholesome food for dogs likewise other fruits, it contains fibers and minerals to make your canine healthier.

Benefits that your dog can get from Asparagus

  1. It contains high protein and lesser fats.
  2. Fibres and minerals, that increase the metabolism of your pooch.
  3. Antioxidants, that help to improve its immune system and make his coat lush.
  4. If your canine is overweight, it will help him in losing weight.
  5. It reduces the risk of cancer in your dog.
  6. Research shows that it is good for brain cell and reduce anxiety.

Some Specific nutrients

  • Vitamin E Zinc Beta-Carotene.
  • Vitamin K Iron Riboflavin.
  • Thiamin Potassium Rutin.
  • Niacin Copper Amino Acid.
  • Manganese.
  • Vitamin C Magnesium Protein.
  • Selenium.
  • Vitamin B6 Calcium Dietary Fiber.
  • Phosphorous.
  • Chromium.
Nutrients in asparagus

How to feed Asparagus to your canine?

As humans cannot eat raw asparagus the same case with your dogs, they cannot eat raw asparagus it will cause a choking hazard in them.

Several ways to feed your canine Asparagus:

  • Cut the asparagus into small pieces to avoid choking hazards.
  • Do not serve raw asparagus to your pooch.
  • Feed your canine grilled, boiled or steamed asparagus to make the digesting process easier.
  • Do not use butter or cooking oil while cooking asparagus.
  • You can also serve it to your pooch by cooking with other veggies like carrot & potatoes in bone broth.

FAQs Regarding Feeding Asparagus to your dog

Can Asparagus hurt dogs?

Yes, it can happen, when you feed a specific type of asparagus plant called asparagus fern, it is toxic to your canine. Humans can’t eat asparagus fern as well, Usually, the asparagus that you find in the supermarket is not toxic for you and your canine.

Asparagus fern contains a toxic chemical called sapogenins that will not be going to kill your canine but can cause some intestinal problems like diarrhea, vomiting.

plant of asparagus fern

Basically, the asparagus fern plant grows flowers and berries with it. When these flowers and berries get into the pooch stomach it will cause stomach disturbance.

So, if gardening is your favorite hobby and you have an asparagus fern plant in your garden then you should cover it with a study fence to make your canine safe from that toxic part of asparagus fern.

How much asparagus can a dog eat?

Always start new food with a small amount. It is recommended that you should follow the rule of 10% when it comes to treats or other foods than your dog’s original commercial food, like veggies.

Even you have a specific breed of dog and feed him a specific type of food. It implements on all dogs.

Every dog needs different calories according to its stage of life and weight. And asparagus Contains mostly water and fabric content with around 28 calories per cup. So, feed your dog asparagus according to his calories need and start with a small amount.

Does asparagus make dogs pee smell?

Yes, like a human’s asparagus can make the dog’s pee smell. The reason behind that it contains asparagusic acid when it is broken down into the stomach it releases sulfur that makes the dog’s pee smell.  But it can be avoided by giving a small amount of asparagus with other healthy food then it will not happen.

Let’s discuss some pros and cons of Asparagus

Pros
  • The natural diet contains more water content and protein with less fat.
  • Asparagus helps your dog in weight loss.
  • Asparagus reduces the risk of cancer in your dog.
  • Good for your dog’s coat and skin.
  • Keep healthy your pooch brain cells.
  • Prevents your canine from a heart attack, Due to low fat.
Cons
  • The natural diet contains more water content and protein with less fat.
  • Asparagus helps your dog in weight loss.
  • Asparagus reduces the risk of cancer in your dog.
  • Good for your dog’s coat and skin.
  • Keep healthy your pooch brain cells.
  • Prevents your canine from a heart attack, Due to low fat.

Conclusion

So, no doubt asparagus is a healthy meal for your pooch. But It will only provide benefit to your pooch when feeding in less amount or as a treat. The more you feed asparagus to your pooch the more problems you would face.

Feed asparagus after cooking, raw asparagus may cause choking hazards.

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