Delicious Reasons Why Dachshunds Should Eat Pumpkin
Add fiber and nutrients to your Dachshund’s diet this season by adding some yummy pumpkin purée to their kibble. Pumpkin is like nature’s superhero, loaded with goodies like magnesium, potassium, and fiber just to name a few.
Discover the Delicious Reasons Why Dachshunds Should Eat Pumpkin.
🐾 Can Dachshunds Eat Pumpkin? Quick Safety Guide
- ✓ Choose: Plain cooked pumpkin or canned pumpkin labeled 100% pumpkin.
- ✓ Start small: Introduce it gradually and watch for digestive changes.
- ✕ Avoid: Pumpkin pie filling, seasoned pumpkin, and tough rind or stems. Raw pumpkin may be harder to digest.
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Is Pumpkin Puree Good for Dogs?
Yes! Plain pumpkin puree adds healthy fiber to your dog’s diet and can help with stomach issues like constipation.
Most dogs can eat plain cooked or canned pumpkin in moderation.
Make sure it is plain pumpkin puree (preferably organic), not canned pumpkin pie filling.
Pumpkin pie filling also comes in a can, but has added ingredients like sugar and spice, which are not good for your pup!
Pumpkin Benefits for Dogs: It’s Nutritious!
Pumpkin is a super food packed with fiber, beta carotene, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, folate, and vitamins A and C.
Note: Potassium helps regulate blood pressure and improves muscle health.
Treating an Upset Stomach
If your pup’s stool is too loose or too hard, pumpkin can be their solution to a calmer stomach.
The fiber found in pureed pumpkin helps treat stomach issues like constipation. Fiber absorbs excess water and binds your dog’s stool, which helps move it through their digestive tract.
Improved Vision
Pumpkin contains beta-carotene, which dogs can convert into vitamin A. This helps promote healthy eyesight.
Immune System Boost
The vitamins C, A, E, and antioxidants found in pumpkin can give your Dachshund a healthy immune system boost.
Can Pumpkin Seeds Get Rid of Worms in Dogs?
You may have heard that pumpkin seeds can help get rid of worms, but they aren’t a proven deworming treatment for dogs. If you suspect your Dachshund has worms, check with your vet.
Smooth & Shiny Coat
Does anyone else envy those beautifully groomed doxies in the fancy dog show competitions?
Well, get this, pumpkin can help with that too! The nutrients found in pumpkin (vitamin A and zinc) can help make your dachshund’s coat shine and reduce the amount of shedding and flaky skin.
Dachshunds are more prone to itchy skin issues than other dog breeds. The pumpkin seeds have a hardy dose of Omega 3 Fatty Acids, which helps stop itchy dry skin.
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Can Dachshunds with Kidney or Urinary Problems Eat Pumpkin?
Pumpkin isn’t a proven treatment for kidney stones or urinary incontinence. If your doxie has kidney stones or bladder issues, ask your vet before adding pumpkin to their diet.
Digestive System Regularity
If your dachshund is having any issues with constipation, give them a dose of pumpkin to work things out. Pumpkin provides a good amount of fiber to help your dog go potty with ease.
Weight Loss
Dachshunds are known for quickly packing on the pounds. Unfortunately, they go crazy for people food, which causes obesity, health issues, and can lead to a serious spinal disease called IVDD.
As a dachshund parent, it is crucial to help your pup maintain a healthy body weight.
Adding some pumpkin puree to your doxie’s food once in a while can help your dog feel fuller longer. The high amount of fiber and nutrients found in pumpkin puree can help your dachshund stay regular and keep those extra fatty pounds off.
Suggested pumpkin topper amount: 1/2 teaspoon per 1/2 cup of dry dog kibble.
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Extra Hydration
Some Dachshunds that only eat ‘dry’ dog food can sometimes suffer from mild dehydration.
Pumpkin contains lots of water! Adding 1/2 teaspoon of plain pumpkin puree to your dog’s food can add some extra hydration.
Note: Of course, always provide clean water daily.
Anal Glands
My Dachshund, Reno, had major anal gland issues. He had to get his glands expressed by the vet every month.
Unfortunately, smaller pups, like the Dachshund dog breed, sometimes struggle to express their glands naturally, so they need extra fiber to help them out.
My vet suggested to start incorporating pumpkin puree to help add some extra fiber to his diet. He still needed to get his glands expressed, but the visits were more spaced out than usual – which was super nice.
Note: Recurring anal gland problems do need assistance from your vet.
It’s Delicious!
My dachshunds absolutely love eating pumpkin with their dog food. They literally do a little dance when pumpkin is added to their meal.
Most dogs love the taste of pumpkin. They get so excited to have something added to their boring daily dog food. Shh…they don’t know it’s super healthy for them.
Raw, Canned, or Cooked Pumpkin?
Stick with canned or cooked plain pumpkin.
Raw pumpkin can cause loose stool and isn’t easily digested. There is a lot of mixed opinions on feeding dogs raw pumpkin. I don’t give it to my dogs.
Canned pumpkin (organic, no sugar added) can be found in the grocery store all year round, so it’s super easy to find! This is my choice of pumpkin for my dogs.
Fresh cooked pumpkin from home is the healthiest option because you know where your ingredients are coming from.
How Much Pumpkin Can I Give My Dog?
Disclaimer: I am not a veterinarian, doctor, nutritionist, or dietician. Please review our Food and Nutrition Disclaimer.
I usually give my Dachshunds some pumpkin puree a couple times per week during the fall season. I mix it into my dog’s kibble usually in the morning.
Treat the pumpkin puree as a supplement added to your dog’s food. It shouldn’t exceed 10% of your dog’s daily calorie intake.
Suggested Amount: 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin puree per 1/2 cup of dry dog food, a couple times per week.
Note: Pumpkin puree is a great way to provide extra fiber and nutrients to your doxie’s diet, but please remember to always talk to your vet about any health issues your pup may be having.
A Quick Note About Your Dachshund's Health
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Before adding pumpkin to your dachshund’s diet, consult your veterinarian if your dog has an existing medical condition or follows a special diet. Contact your veterinarian if digestive problems persist, or if your dog experiences vomiting, blood in the stool, or other concerning symptoms. Always consult your vet with questions about your dog’s health or nutritional needs.
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