Dog owners commonly ponder about the toxicity of foods. The questions about the safety of different foods increased after learning that certain foods were toxic which led to a lot of press coverage. The most important toxic foods to dogs are chocolate, Grapes and Raisins and Peanut Butter. Exposure to the dangers of these foods has encouraged pet owners to ask about other foods such as can dogs eat pineapple.

Learn more about what dogs can and can’t eat in this article: The Ultimate Guide to What Dogs Can’t Eat.

Can Dogs Eat Pineapple?

Pineapple is a tropical plant that grows 3 to 5 feet tall that contains an edible fruit.  Pineapples are indigenous to South America and have a history dating back to the 1300s and are extremely popular in most parts of the world with the world production being over 26 million ton in 2017.

The answer to the question “Can dogs eat pineapples?” is, “Yes.” Dogs can eat pineapple safely and often love the crunchy texture, sweet taste, and enjoy it as a healthy snack.

Pineapples are a good source of fiber, vitamin C and can help clean plaque from a dog’s teeth and freshen breath. Some believe that feeding pineapple can treat the behavioral problem of coprophagia (dogs that eat their own feces) however this treatment not been studied nor has it had consistent results.  Learn more about Coprophagia in Dogs.

The Dangers of Pineapple to Dogs

When researching the safety and danger of pineapples for dogs, there are a couple of different considerations. They include:

• First is the potential for gastrointestinal upset from eating pineapple. Although pineapple is not toxic, any food can cause gastrointestinal upset in some dogs. What may not bother one dog can cause severe vomiting and diarrhea in another dog. The same can happen in people. Some foods can bother one person and upset their gastrointestinal tract but not bother another person.
• Second is the risk of choking when eating large pieces of pineapple. This is more common in small dogs that do not chew their food well.
• Lastly is the risk of a gastrointestinal foreign body from eating the poorly digestible core, outer peel, stems, and/or leaves.

Do Dogs Need Pineapple?

There is nothing in pineapple that dogs require. What dogs do need is a high-quality AAFCO approved dog food. Learn more about Nutrition in Dogs.

The Safest Way to Give Pineapple to Dogs

The safest way to give pineapple to your dog is to give small pieces or slices fresh sliced pineapple. The core, skin, and stock should not be given to dogs.

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