{"id":3610,"date":"2024-08-14T10:22:18","date_gmt":"2024-08-14T10:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.petbnb.nl\/?p=3610"},"modified":"2025-10-08T23:25:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T23:25:15","slug":"10-x-gezonde-groenten-en-fruit-voor-je-hond-of-kat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.petbnb.nl\/en\/10-x-healthy-fruits-and-vegetables-for-your-dog-or-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"10 x healthy fruits and vegetables for your dog or cat"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nDogs and cats are primarily carnivores, but certain fruits and vegetables can be a fine, healthy addition. Below are 10 safe choices, with brief serving tips and when to be more careful. Always start with small portions and watch your pet's reaction.\n<\/p>\n

\nSafe & healthy: 10 fruits and vegetables
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\n1. Carrot
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Rich in provitamin A (beta-carotene), crunchy and low in calories. Give raw or (lightly) cooked, in small pieces for safe absorption.<\/p>\n

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\n2. Cucumber
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Contains a lot of moisture: nice and hydrating and virtually calorie-free. Remove peel if necessary and cut small.<\/p>\n

\n3. Blueberries
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Small antioxidant bombs with vitamin C. Ideal as a training snack-with moderation in cats.<\/p>\n

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\n4. Apple (without core and pips).
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Source of fiber, vitamins A and C. Always remove seeds and core and cut into small pieces.<\/p>\n

\n5. Green beans (cooked, unprocessed).
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High in fiber and low in calories. Useful as a \"bulking\" snack for dogs that need to lose weight; in cats, very small portions.<\/p>\n

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\n6. Pumpkin (pure, without sugar\/spice)
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High in fiber and gentle on the tummy. Useful for fluctuating stools (both constipation and thin stools). Give puree or cubes, without additives.<\/p>\n

\n7. Strawberry (in moderation)
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Vitamin C and antioxidants, as well as natural sugars. Remove crown and cut small; especially in cats sparingly.<\/p>\n

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\n8. Sweet potato (boiled\/steamed).
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Source of fiber and beta-carotene. Always serve cooked and without seasoning or oil, in bite-sized pieces.<\/p>\n

\n9. Banana (in moderation)
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Potassium and B vitamins, but relatively high in sugar. Use as an occasional snack-small mashed or in mini pieces.<\/p>\n

\n10. Watermelon (without seeds and skin).
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Refreshing and moisturizing. Always remove seeds and peel and dice.<\/p>\n

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\nServing and safety tips
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