Vegetable
Can dogs eat cabbage?
Plain cabbage, raw or cooked, is safe for dogs in small amounts and is low in calories. It can cause wind.
By Maya HartHow much, how often
A small shredded handful, 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
- Shred or chop finely
- Plain only — no coleslaw with mayonnaise or onion
- Sauerkraut is salty; skip it
Dogs and cats, side by side
Dogs Safe
Yes. Plain cabbage, raw or cooked, is safe for dogs in small amounts and is low in calories. It can cause wind.
How much: A small shredded handful, a few times a week.
Cats In moderation
A small amount of plain cooked cabbage is safe for cats but offers little benefit.
How much: A small piece, occasionally.
Can cats eat cabbage?The details
Cabbage contains compounds that can interfere with iodine uptake by the thyroid when eaten in very large quantities. That is only a concern for pets eating it as a large part of their diet, not as an occasional treat. Red and green cabbage are both fine.
Questions owners ask
Can dogs eat cabbage?
Yes. Plain cabbage, raw or cooked, is safe for dogs in small amounts and is low in calories. It can cause wind.
How much cabbage can a dog have?
A small shredded handful, a few times a week.
What should I do if my dog ate cabbage?
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 cabbage safe for cats too?
A small amount of plain cooked cabbage is safe for cats but offers little benefit.
Sources
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