Vegetable
Celery
A low-calorie crunch for dogs and rabbits; the strings need care.
Preparation matters as much as the ingredient.
Who can eat it
DogsRabbitsGuinea pigs (small amounts)
Not suitable for
Hamsters (stringy fibres can lodge in cheek pouches)
Benefits
- Very low calorie
- High water content
Risks
- Long strings can cause choking — cut into short pieces
- Makes some dogs urinate more
Preparation and serving
- Preparation
- Wash and chop into short lengths across the strings; leaves are fine for rabbits.
- Serving guidance
- A few pieces a few times a week.