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Because dogs are omnivores, meaning that they can eat meat, fruit, grains, and vegetables, it’s actually beneficial for them to eat a few veggies here and there as a snack!
Many vegetables contain both soluble and insoluble fiber, which are necessary nutrients for a dog’s digestive system. Beyond that, vegetables are full of various vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients!
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7 vegetables that Huskies can eat
1. Carrots
Carrots contain so many nutrients that have amazing health benefits for dogs. They contain vitamins A, K, and B-6, fiber, iron, fiber, beta-carotene, and potassium. These ingredients can help dogs be more regular when passing stool, and they can help your dog get a soft and shiny coat.
Carrots can be eaten by dogs, both raw and cooked. That being said, though, make sure if you’re feeding your husky cooked carrots that they haven’t been cooked in butter, oils, or with any seasonings or spices.
Your dog will still appreciate the carrots even without the spices! Carrots do contain a fair amount of sugar, so be sure to only offer carrots in moderation.
2. Brussels Sprouts
As long as they are only offered in moderation, a couple of Brussels sprouts will be perfectly safe for your dog. In fact, they contain key vitamins like vitamins A, B1, B6, C, and K, as well as manganese, potassium, and folate. Thanks to their abundance of antioxidants, Brussels sprouts can actually help decrease inflammation and improve a dog’s blood circulation.
Brussels sprouts can be a bit tough to eat and digest, so it is best to cut them up and cook them in just a little bit of olive oil to help improve their digestibility. It’s important to remember that too many Brussels sprouts will likely cause your dog to become gassy, so only ever offer a little bit at a time.
3. Green Beans
Green beans are an amazing healthy treat option or meal additive for huskies. They can be served raw, chopped, steamed, baked, or canned. Just be sure to avoid any canned green beans with added sodium or flavorings. They contain important nutrients like protein, calcium, vitamins B6, A, and C, as well as fiber.
Many vets actually recommend them to owners because they are low in calories but are still quite filling, which is perfect for a dog with a few pounds to lose. Green beans can sometimes be quite long, so it is usually recommended to cut the beans into halves or thirds to reduce the risk of choking.
4. Sweet Potatoes
Cooked sweet potatoes, so long as the skin is removed, are a great treat option or option to add to your dog’s meals. They do have a high glycemic index, so they won’t be ideal for dogs with conditions like diabetes, however.
They contain vitamins A, and B6, calcium, potassium, and iron. It is best to only feed these in moderation, as too much of a good thing can still be harmful. In fact, getting too much vitamin A, a key nutrient in sweet potatoes, can lead to muscle and bone weakness.
5. Bell Peppers
Peppers like Red, Yellow, Green, and Orange bell peppers are all safe and nutritious vegetable options for huskies. These, of course, are sweet peppers and not spicy!
Spicy peppers like chili peppers or jalapenos are not at all safe for dogs as they contain an active component called capsaicin which can easily cause dogs to have serious stomach upset, indigestion, and diarrhea.
With that out of the way, bell peppers are really good options because they are low-calorie and have tons of beneficial nutrients. They are an excellent source of vitamins A, E, B6, and C, as well as beta carotene and potassium, lutein, and folate.
Dogs can eat these colorful veggies raw or cooked so long as they aren’t cooked in heavy butter, oils, or seasonings. Make sure that the stem and seeds are removed and that the pepper is cut into appropriate bite-sized pieces before offering them to your dog.
6. Cucumbers
Cucumbers are an awesome low-calorie treat for huskies. Cucumbers are 96% water, so they can be a great option for our dogs, especially hot days! Cucumbers also provide a good amount of fiber as well as vitamins A and K and potassium and magnesium.
Cucumbers can be fed raw or cooked so long as they aren’t cooked in any heavy oils, butter, or seasonings. Remember that while dogs can have cucumbers, they cannot have pickles as they have such a high sodium content.
7. Zucchini
A close cousin to the cucumber, zucchini is another vegetable that dogs can eat. The zucchini offers most of the same benefits as a cucumber though it does contain less fiber and a little more sugar. They can be fed raw or cooked as long as they aren’t cooked in heavy butter, oils, or seasonings.
How many vegetables can Huskies have?
Vegetables should only make up about 10% of your dog’s diet. That includes fruits, too. The other 90% should come from nutritious dog food. A larger dog will be able to eat more food than a smaller dog.
For huskies, if they eat maybe 4 cups of food a day, they could eat about ½ cup of vegetables or treats a day. One of the benefits of vegetables is that they are typically lower in calories than dog treats, so dogs can have a few extra vegetables!
Note that if you have a skinny Husky, they might eat even less. Increasing their protein and fat intake from quality meats should be a preference to help them gain weight.
Use vegetables for treats and training
Carrots work great as a training treat (our Husky Mishka loves carrots!). They are low-calorie, so they are the perfect option for a husky trying to get trim.
Green beans are another great option for dog treats since they can be cut into smaller sizes, easily transported without mess, and provide a satisfying crunch for our pups. Similarly, bell peppers can also make a great option for training treats.
If you Husky isn’t fond of vegetables, try kong recipes for huskies where vegetables are added inside a kong along with something else they think is yummy. e.g. peanut butter.
Final takeaways about what vegetables can Huskies eat
Adding vegetables to our dog’s diet either as a meal topper or as a special treat can be a great way to introduce some beneficial nutrition into their diet.
It also provides our huskies with a form of mental stimulation by introducing them to the various tastes and textures that vegetables have to offer!
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