Vegetable
Cooked pumpkin
Plain cooked pumpkin is a gentle fibre source often used for mild digestive upsets.
Preparation matters as much as the ingredient.
Who can eat it
DogsCats
Not suitable for
Pie-filling pumpkin (sugar and spices) for any pet
Benefits
- Soluble fibre can help with both mild constipation and mild loose stools
- Low in calories
Risks
- Too much fibre can itself upset digestion
Preparation and serving
- Preparation
- Plain cooked or tinned pure pumpkin, nothing added.
- Serving guidance
- A teaspoon for a cat or small dog; a tablespoon or two for a large dog, as needed.