Can Mandarins Be Good For Your Dog?

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Mandarines are small, sweet citrus fruit packed with vitamin C. Humans will get all the benefits from this fruit, but what about dogs? Can dogs eat mandarins? Although sharing a few pieces with your dog will not cause toxicity, there are other things you should consider if you are thinking about sharing this delicious fruit with your furry friend.

Can dogs eat mandarins?

A few pieces every now and then should not cause harm to your dog. Mandarines are not toxic to dogs, but a dog's digestive system is not designed to process citrus fruit, and in most cases, if your dog eats mandarins, he will end up with an upset stomach. Eating a large number of mandarins can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.

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Mandarine peels also pose a danger to your dog, having gastrointestinal problems if eaten.

SAFETY TIP: If your dog is a diabetic, you should be extra careful around mandarins since they have a high sugar level, and you should not feed them to your diabetic dog.

Should I feed mandarins to my dog?

Mandarines are packed with:

• vitamin A – this vitamin will help boost your dog's night vision
• vitamin C – helps remove free radicals and will keep your dog healthier
• antioxidants – help with chronic inflammation
• minerals – including iron, magnesium, calcium, zinc, potassium, and copper
• water – water will hydrate your dog

Dogs' diet doesn't require mandarins since they will get all the nutrients they need from their high-quality dog food.

When offering mandarins to your dog, peel the fruit and remove all the seeds. Seeds contain traces of cyanide and can cause many severe issues for your dog. Peel is hard for the dog's system to digest and poses a choking hazard, so you should never give peel to your dog. Most dogs will not love the taste of this citrus fruit, and in most cases, they will have no interest in mandarins.

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If your dog doesn't love this fruit, there are many healthier and better fruit alternatives. Try giving your dog bananas or apples, and remember that daily treat intake should not exceed 10% of your dog's daily calorie intake. 90% should come from their regular food.

Conclusion

Although mandarins are not toxic to dogs, they are not the best choice to give your furry friend. Most dogs will not love the citrus taste of this fruit, and if your dog is one of them, you should not force him to eat mandarins. There are much better and healthier fruits for dogs to consume.

World Dog Finder team