Can dogs have Apple cider vinegar?

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Overview

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Yes, diluted apple cider vinegar is safe for most dogs in small amounts. It fights inflammation and keeps the pH level balanced. However, avoid giving undiluted apple cider vinegar to dogs to avoid causing digestive issues.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Apple cider vinegar helps reduce inflammation, preventing infections, allergies, and chronic diseases in dogs.
  • Apple cider vinegar helps balances the pH level in dogs, preventing digestive disorders, bladder stones, and urinary tract infections.
  • Apple cider vinegar helps absorb nutrients by extracting essential minerals from food. It can also help detoxify dogs' kidneys.
  • Apple cider vinegar can be used topically to treat itchy skin and ear infections in dogs.

Risks

health-risks
  • Undiluted apple cider vinegar may cause gastric problems in dogs and damage their digestive tracts.
  • Apple cider vinegar can cause pH levels to go too low, causing various side effects, including vomiting, diarrhea, and other digestive issues.
  • Apple cider vinegar is not suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Raw, unpasteurized apple cider vinegar is recommended for dogs because it contains enzymes beneficial to a dog's health.
  • Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to a dog's water bowl.
  • Never give undiluted apple cider vinegar to dogs to prevent digestive issues.
  • Consult the vet before incorporating apple cider vinegar into your dog's diet to prevent adverse effects on health.

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