Bananas are full of nutrients that are not only good for us two-legged friends, but are also healthy for our four-legged friends. Potassium, magnesium and vitamin C are just some of the valuable vitamins and minerals. We eat them raw, cooked, baked or grilled and even drink banana nectar. However, not everything that humans eat can also be eaten by dogs. That's why we're investigating the question in this article: Can dogs eat bananas?
Bananas for dogs - tasty and healthy
Dogs also like bananas, at least most of them. The crooked fruits are sweet, tasty and used to be known as figs of paradise. They are an energy and sugar-rich fruit and can be given to dogs as a small snack between meals. But can all dogs eat bananas?
For larger breeds, the recommendation is half a banana every 2-3 days, smaller breeds will have to be satisfied with smaller pieces.
Bananas should not be on the menu more often for dogs. The high potassium content in the fruit can lead to an oversupply and have a negative effect on the heart muscle and damage the heart.
However, only ripe bananas should be fed to dogs. The riper the fruit is, the less starch it contains. Starch is a polysaccharide and has an influence on the blood sugar level and the weight of our four-legged friend. Dogs that are already a few pounds overweight or tend to be overweight should therefore not be fed bananas so often.
Can dogs eat bananas if they have diarrhea?
Bananas can help dogs with diarrhea due to their high pectin content. Pectins are dietary fibers that have a water-binding effect. They have a constipating effect and can help to reduce diarrhea more quickly. Apples are also rich in pectin and are a natural home remedy for di arrhea in dogs.
Are banana peels poisonous for dogs?
Your dog has eaten banana peel and you are wondering whether banana peel is poisonous for dogs? We can reassure you: No, they are not. The ingredients in the peel are not harmful to dogs. However, you should still not feed them to your dog. This is because banana peels can be contaminated with pesticides and fungicides and cause nausea in dogs. The peel also has a very firm structure, which can put a strain on your four-legged friend's digestion.
Banana ice cream for dogs - a little cool-down on hot days
As a pampering tip for your four-legged friend, we recommend banana ice cream, which you can quickly prepare yourself:
- puree some banana or cut into small pieces
- mix with yogurt
- Pour into an ice mold (if you don't have one at hand, you can also fill a Kong or use ice cube molds)
- Place in the freezer for a few hours
- The dog ice cream is ready
Conclusion
- Dogs can eat bananas
- Larger dogs approx. ½ banana every 2 - 3 days
- Smaller dogs only small pieces
- Bananas support the four-legged friend with diarrhea
- The fruit should be avoided if your dog has heart problems
