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Can dogs eat Red cabbage?

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Overview

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Yes, red cabbage is safe for dogs if consumed in moderation. It contains plenty of antioxidants and nutrients, including vitamin A, calcium, magnesium, and manganese. Don’t feed red cabbage to dogs excessively. Gorging on this veggie can lead your dog to be bloated and have thyroid issues.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Red cabbage has ten times more vitamins than green cabbage. It is packed with vitamin A which promotes healthy skin and eyesight in dogs.
  • It also has high concentrations of magnesium, manganese, calcium, and other minerals that help dogs' bone growth and development.
  • Red cabbage is a good source of antioxidants that help strengthen a dog's immune system and protect the body against infections and chronic diseases.
  • Red cabbage is rich in glutamine, an amino acid that decreases inflammation and gastrointestinal pains in dogs.

Risks

health-risks
  • Red cabbage contains thiocyanate, which can cause thyroid issues in dogs when consumed frequently in large amounts.
  • Consuming cabbage can cause flatulence or bloat in dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Lightly cook the red cabbage without seasoning and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
  • Raw red cabbage can be given to dogs as long it's chopped up. It can be sprinkled as a meal topper.
  • Introduce red cabbage slowly to your dog and feed in moderation to prevent digestive issues.

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