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Can dogs eat Rutabaga?

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Overview

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Yes, rutabaga is a healthy veggie for dogs when served in moderation. This root vegetable helps prevent cancer, promotes good digestion, and increases immunity against diseases. However, it is not advisable to overfeed dogs with rutabaga as this can result in gastrointestinal issues.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Rutabaga has significant amounts of antioxidants, including glucosinolates, which have cancer-fighting properties.
  • It also provides a complete protein profile essential for growth, repair, and other body functions in dogs.
  • Rutabaga is a high-fiber vegetable that can improve digestion and prevent constipation and gastrointestinal disease in dogs.
  • Packed with essential minerals like calcium, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese, rutabaga helps keep a dog's bones healthy and strong and prevents osteoporosis.

Risks

health-risks
  • Rutabaga contains a complex sugar called raffinose which can cause flatulence and bloating in dogs if consumed in large amounts.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Rutabaga can be boiled, roasted, baked, or eaten raw.
  • Wash rutabaga properly, peel it, cut it into small pieces and then cook until tender.
  • Once tender, mash it and mix it with your dog's food.
  • Serve in moderation as an occasional treat.

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