Is Mango Good For Dogs?

Is Mango Good For Dogs?

If you have a pet dog, to ensure the good health of your dog, it’s very important to keep track of what you’re feeding him. Is mango good for dogs? Is cake good for my dog? It’s important to ask yourself this question before feeding any food to your loved dog.

We know those puppy eyes are hard to say no to. Evaluating the food is very important before feeding him. This article enlists all the details you need to know to decide whether feeding mango to your dog is a good idea or not.

Mango is a nutritious fruit with a rich amount of vitamins. The fruit is good for both dogs and humans. It’s the most tempting food because of its sweetness. 

Anything which contains high amounts of sugar attracts the dogs because they feel full, but it is important to consider that excess amounts of sugar may lead to the dog shedding its fur. Mango can be good or bad food for your dog, depending upon how you feed him. So, it is very important to know how to serve mango to the dog.

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Benefits of Mango for dogs

There are multiple benefits of serving mango to your dog due to its nutritional value. Some of the nutrients present in the mango are:

Vitamin A

Due to the presence of vitamin A, mango helps in increasing the eyesight of dogs (especially in senior dogs), prevents night blindness and dry eye problems.

Vitamin A also improves the mouths’ shape of dogs and aids the proper functioning of kidneys, liver, and lungs.

Antioxidants

Mango contains high levels of antioxidants which help in boosting the immune system of dogs. It also helps in fighting degenerative diseases, skin problems, allergies, as well as decreases the risk of cancer.

Protein

Fresh mango has high amounts of proteins which repairs the muscles and other important tissues in dogs.

Fiber

The dietary fiber found in mangoes is great for dogs’ digestive systems.

Also, alleviates the symptoms of diarrhea and constipation when the dogs get an upset stomach.

Potassium

Mangoes are rich in potassium that helps in improving the pup’s nerves and muscles.

How is mango dangerous for the dog?

Considering the above-mentioned advantages of serving mango, it is important to note sometimes; mangoes can be dangerous for dogs’ health. Improper peeling or washing mango before serving to dogs causes many health problems to them.

Peel and the mango’s pit might choke the intestine of the dog, which eventually destroys the digestive system.

Also, mango seeds contain cyanide, which is toxic to dogs as it might irritate them.

How to serve mango to dogs

After looking at all the pros and cons of mango, let’s look at the right way to feed mango to the dog.

Some common steps to follow before serving mango to the dog are:

  • Peel the mango
  • Remove the pit
  • Wash the mango
  • Cut in small slices
  • Freeze the slices
  • Serve to your lovely dog

Keep in mind that a high quantity of any treat is not good for anyone. Make sure to feed the dog with all other healthy food items, too, along with mango.

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How many mangoes can a dog eat?

You should not serve more than a quarter cup of fresh mango periodically as a snack to the dog. High amounts of mango lead to diarrhea or an upset stomach.

Mangos are high in sweetness and have more calories than other fruits. Fresh mango has 14% sugar by weight, and one cup of slices of mango has 22 grams of sugar and 99 calories, due to which it can cause diabetes to your dog.

Some good recipes with mango for dogs

Try to serve frozen mango treats for dogs, but if you are not able to freeze them than you can also try the below recipe:

Ingredients

  • Two apples
  • One mango
  • 3 cups of frozen blueberries
  • Two lemons

Equipment

  • Use a nesco snackmaster dehydrator
  • Mandoline, lemon juicer

Steps to prepare

  • Take the lemon juice and soak the apples in it
  • Transfer it to a large bowl or cup and add half a cup of water
  • Peel the mango and soak in lemon juice
  • After 5 minutes, take out fruit from lemon juice
  • Drain or dry the fruits with a clean towel
  • Place the fruits on dehydrator trays
  • Place blueberries under the dehydrator
  • Spread some blueberries in the tray
  • Load up dehydrator and start it up, set the heat on 130 degrees
  • Now, cut the mango in big thin slices just like a piece of a paper
  • Dry the mango for 4 hours
  • Give 24 hours to blueberries to dry
  1. Check the slices from time to time

Notes: 

  • If you want to crisper other fruits, then keep them in the dehydrator for a long time
  • Make sure that the dehydrator is fully dried
  • Dried crispy food stay fresh more than veggies
  • Serve the crisped mango for just one to two days
  • If you want to store it, then store it in a airtight container
  • If the dog has a digestion problem, then concern your dog’s health with a veterinarian before serving crispy dried mango.

List of the other fruits good for dogs

  • Seasonal grapes
  • Watermelon
  • Bananas
  • Flesh of oranges
  • Cranberries
  • Strawberries
  • Fresh flesh of pineapple
  • Apples without seeds and core
  • Blueberries without seeds

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Final words

Mangoes are delicious and the sweetest fruit available in the market. Mangoes are a delight for everyone, be it humans or your dog, but it’s important to consume them in the right amount. A high amount of mangoes can cause adverse effects. 

So, next time before serving anything to your dog, ask yourself if that food item is really good for your dog or not. Evaluate above-mentioned points for every food item to keep your dog healthier. After all, since dogs are man’s best friends, now is the time for us to fulfill that friendship by taking care of our beloved dog’s diet.

We hope that this post covers all your doubts if mango is good for dogs and how to serve it. Still, you have more doubts, feel free to reach out to us in the comment section below.

Poorvika sharma