Fruit
Can dogs eat bananas?
In moderation. Bananas are safe and rich in potassium, but they are high in sugar, so keep them as an occasional treat.
By Maya Hart
If your dog ate some
- A small amount usually causes nothing worse than a mild stomach upset.
- Offer water, skip the next treat and call your vet if vomiting or diarrhoea lasts more than a day or your pet seems unwell.
How much, how often
Two or three thin slices for a small dog; half a banana for a large dog, a few times a week.
Treats of any kind should stay under 10% of the day’s calories. Work out your pet’s calories
Serving it safely
- Peel first — the skin is hard to digest
- Slice or mash
- Freeze in a stuffed toy for a longer-lasting treat
Dogs and cats, side by side
Dogs In moderation
Yes, in moderation. Bananas are safe and rich in potassium, but they are high in sugar, so keep them as an occasional treat.
How much: Two or three thin slices for a small dog; half a banana for a large dog, a few times a week.
Cats In moderation
A little is fine. Bananas are not toxic to cats, but most are not interested and the sugar is of no use to them.
How much: A fingernail-sized piece.
Can cats eat bananas?The details
Too much banana can cause constipation. Dogs with diabetes or those watching their weight should have very little.
Safer treats your dog can have instead
Apples
- Dogs
- Safe
- Cats
- In moderation
Blackberries
- Dogs
- Safe
- Cats
- In moderation
Blueberries
Cantaloupe
- Dogs
- Safe
- Cats
- In moderation
Questions owners ask
Can dogs eat bananas?
Yes, in moderation. Bananas are safe and rich in potassium, but they are high in sugar, so keep them as an occasional treat.
How much bananas can a dog have?
Two or three thin slices for a small dog; half a banana for a large dog, a few times a week.
What should I do if my dog ate bananas?
A small amount usually causes nothing worse than a mild stomach upset. Offer water, skip the next treat and call your vet if vomiting or diarrhoea lasts more than a day or your pet seems unwell.
Is bananas safe for cats too?
A little is fine. Bananas are not toxic to cats, but most are not interested and the sugar is of no use to them.
Sources
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More foods for dogs
Blueberries
Strawberries
- Dogs
- Safe
- Cats
- In moderation
Cherries
- Dogs
- In moderation
- Cats
- In moderation
Oranges
- Dogs
- In moderation
- Cats
- Toxic