Yes! Pears in moderation as an occasional treat is safe for dogs. Pears are the juice and sweet fruit which is packed with minerals and antioxidants. Pears are very healthy for humans. But if you are treating your dog with pears, make sure it only makes 10% of your dog’s regular meal. If you are eating sweet, juicy and healthy pears and want to share them with your fur-legges partner, read till last until you find what you are looking for.
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Are pears good for dogs?
In small quantities peare are safe for dogs as it has vitamin A, C and K, high sugar and fiber, low carbs and calories, zeaxanthin, lutein, antioxidants, anthocyanins, potassium, folate and copper. Because of the nutritional content, it is safe for dogs. Avoid feeding in excess as high sugar in pears can be problematic.
Potential risks
Just like any dog-safe fruits, pears can also cause choking risk, vomit, gastrointestinal issues and diarrhea, make sure to make small and bite-sized pieces, monitor while feeding to prevent choking and analyze the after feeding effects.
How can you feed pears to dogs?
Undo the leaves, stems, seed and core as they can cause choking and gastrointestinal issues. Also they have cyanide which is toxic for dogs. While pear skin is safe for dogs if you wash them properly.
Chop the pear in small pieces or mash it so you can serve it as food topper for a dog’s meal.
A blend of pears with dog-safe fruits will also go well. Where 2 tbsp per 10 pound dog is enough.
Mix pear mash with plain, xylitol free, sugar free yogurt.
You can also freeze the pear pieces to blend with plain, xylitol free, sugar free yogurt.
Optimal quantity of pears for dogs
| Size of dog | Weight of dog | Pear pieces (width=½ inch, thick=¼ inch) | Examples |
| Extra small | 2 to 20 pounds | 1 to 2 | Pugs. Chihuahuas. Yorkies. Pomeranians. |
| Small | 21 to 30 pounds | 2 to 3 | Miniature Australian shepherds. Beagles. Basenjis. |
| Medium | 31 to 50 pounds | 5 to 6 | Border collies. Basset hounds. Australian cattle dogs. |
| Large | 51 to 90 pounds | A small handful | Labrador retrievers. German shepherds. Pit bulls. Australian shepherds |
| Extra large | 91 plus pounds | A handful | St.Bernards. Bernese mountain dogs. Great pyrenees. Newfoundlands. |
Conclusion
If you think dogs can eat pears. Remember pears are a healthy treat not just for humans but also for our canine friends. Your dog will love the sweet and juicy flavor of pears. Although as a canine owner you will love to feed your dog pears, it doesn’t really mean that you have excess to feed a free amount of pears. Also don’t forget to ask your vet before giving any treat to your furry friend.
FAQs
Are canned pears safe for dogs?
No! Canned pears are stored in juices which have high sugar content and ultimately cause stomach upset and irritation in the digestive path. Tooth decay and obesity can also occur.
Can I give pear seeds to my dog?
Pear seeds have cyanide which is toxic. Also if your dog has fed on pear seed, choking and gastrointestinal problems can occur. So avoid giving pear seeds to your dog.
Are there more dog-safe fruits?
Watermelon, strawberry, raspberry, cranberry, blackberry, blueberry, appl
e, mango, pineapple, peaches, orange, honeydew, cantaloupe and bananas are some dog-safe fruits.
