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Can Dogs Be Fed Carrots?

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My 15 week old westie loves raw carrots, are they ok for her? Are any other vegetables suitable for her? At the moment we feed her on pedigree complete and fresh cooked chicken. I would prefer to give her a raw carrot as a change from a chew /dog biscuit. Thanks in anticipation. (Brett McCormick - United Kingdom)
It is an excellent idea to supplement your dog's diet with fresh vegetables, and especially in substitution for a chew. Many dogs like carrots, and there is nothing harmful about providing the odd raw carrot. Their diet, as in humans, should consist of a lot of different things in moderation. Your dog can eat most vegetables that humans eat, provided that they are in moderation. A little left over vegetables from the family meal the night before are an excellent addition to your dog's meal. Vegetables known to be toxic to dogs include onion, garlic, green parts of tomato plants, potato peelings, raisins, grapes, rhubarb leaves, broccoli and pips or stones from many household fruits.
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Added on Feb 4th, 2009
I once had a dog who loved carrots so much, she would dig them up out of the garden, eat the carrot... but leave the greens on the lawn.
I once had a dog who loved carrots so much, she would dig them up out of the garden, eat the carrot... but leave the greens on the lawn.
Added on Jan 16th, 2009
My westie has loved carrots ever since she was a pup. Anytime I get out my salad ingredients out, she comes running in. Also, she now has my maltese loving them. I dont think they can hurt, i dont give them big pieces, just usually break off a small piece and an even smaller one for my Maltese..
My westie has loved carrots ever since she was a pup. Anytime I get out my salad ingredients out, she comes running in. Also, she now has my maltese loving them. I dont think they can hurt, i dont give them big pieces, just usually break off a small piece and an even smaller one for my Maltese..
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Dogs can and should be fed vegetables! There are a few that they shouldn't eat which have been listed for you here but veggies should be a normal part of their diet. Pedegree is also a very poor dog food. You should get an Iams kibble and mix it up with some tasty cooked (for digestion) green beans, carrots, peas, and potatoes or lentils. This is a great mix and you will have a very healthy dog! I like to roast a whole chicken in a bag in the oven once a week also. I tear that up and mix it with cooked veggies and my dog has dinner all cooked and ready for the week!