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Can dogs eat Spiny gourd?

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Overview

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Can dogs eat spiny gourd? Yes, spiny gourd or Spine gourd can boost dogs’ resilience against diseases. It has ascorbic acid, carotene, and phytonutrients that can strengthen their immune system. But skip the seeds when feeding spiny gourd to dogs to avoid the risk of choking.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Spiny gourd belongs to the same family as squash and pumpkins; it contains ascorbic acid and carotene, which help boost a dog's immune system.
  • Spiny gourd is rich in phytonutrients and has anti-inflammatory properties which protect dogs against chronic diseases.

Risks

health-risks
  • The seeds of the spiny gourd are a choking hazard to dogs.
  • The spiny gourd has a slightly bitter taste that may be unpalatable to dogs.
  • Excessive consumption might cause digestive issues in dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Choose young, tender spiny gourds, wash before cooking.
  • Cut the spiny gourd into bite-sized pieces. Remove the seeds.
  • Spiny gourd can be roasted or baked.
  • Serve spine gourd to your dog in moderation as an occasional treat.

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