can dogs eat it
Use App

Can dogs eat Sage?

can dogs eat sageYes

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

Can dogs eat sage? Yes, sage is good for dogs as it has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that prevent cell damage and ease joint pains. The fiber content of sage promotes healthy digestion, which improves the nutrient absorption of dogs.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Sage is loaded with vitamins and minerals that support the body’s physiological processes. It promotes a healthy immune system.
  • Sage contains antioxidants that help protect the cell against damage caused by free radicals.
  • Sage has a high fiber content which promotes healthy digestion and efficient absorption of nutrients.
  • Sage has anti-inflammatory properties that help ease pain from arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
  • Sage also has antimicrobial and antiseptic properties to prevent infections caused by bacteria and parasites.

Risks

health-risks
  • Excessive consumption of sage can cause stomach upset.
health-risks-dog

Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Chop up fresh sage leaves and add to your dog's food.
  • Steep dried sage leaves to make sage tea; it can be added to your dog's water. You can also use the tea topically to treat skin infections.
  • Sage powder can be used as an ingredient to make dog treats.
  • Always get professional advice from a veterinarian before using a plant medicinally for your dog.

You may also like

Articles by food type

what fruits can dogs eat

Fruit & Veg

can dogs eat human food

Human Food

can dogs eat raw meat

Meat & Offal

Diet & Recipes

Diet & Recipes

Supplements

Supplements

herbs for dogs

Herbs & Spices

can dogs eat egg and dairy

Egg & Dairy

can dogs eat seafood

Seafood

can dogs eat pumpkin seeds

Nuts & Seeds

can dogs eat grains

Grains

Oils

Oils

Plants

Plants