Can dogs eat oranges?

Why

The flesh of an orange is non-toxic and provides vitamin C, but the high sugar content can upset a dog's stomach or contribute to weight gain. Additionally, the peel and seeds can cause intestinal blockages or contain compounds that are irritating to pets.

If you do feed it

• Peel the orange completely and remove all seeds before offering any flesh.
• Limit treats to a few small segments occasionally, not as a daily food.
• Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces to prevent choking.
• Avoid canned or sweetened orange products entirely.

Watch out for

• peel and pith
• seeds
• sweetened or candied oranges
• canned oranges with syrup

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