Can dogs eat Farro?

can dogs eat farroYes

Overview

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Yes, dogs can eat farro. This ancient wheat grain provides dogs with fiber, iron, magnesium, and protein. But farro contains gluten, so it is off-limits to dogs with gluten or wheat allergies and sensitivities.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Farro is a great source of fiber that helps keep dogs' digestive systems healthy.
  • Farro is also rich in iron and magnesium, which are essential minerals that support the proper functioning of the organs and metabolic processes.
  • Farro is high in protein which fuels energy and is essential in carrying oxygen throughout the body.

Risks

health-risks
  • Farro is a variety of wheat that contains gluten. Consuming farro may trigger allergic reactions in dogs that have food allergies or food sensitivities.
  • Dogs cannot fully digest or process uncooked farro grains.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Rinse the farro to remove the dry powdery coating. Cook 1 cup of farro in 3 cups of water.
  • Farro should not make up for the majority of your dog's diet since it is a carbohydrate, and the majority of your dog's diet should be from quality meat-based protein.
  • Serve farro to your dog in moderation occasionally.

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