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Can dogs eat cilantro?

Beth Hamilton — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 09:47:00 +0000

Whether to you it tastes soapy or simply delicious, there’s no mistaking that cilantro is one of the most popular herbs out there. Adding a pungent zing to salads, curries and tacos, cilantro is also packed with a range of vitamins and minerals, packing a nutritional and flavor punch in the world of ‘people foods’. So with enjoyment of the herb widespread across cultures and cuisines, we wouldn’t blame you for wondering – can dogs eat cilantro, and is cilantro safe for dogs to eat, just like we humans can? Well as a pet parent, you’ll probably know that the canine diet is rather more restricted than that of their humans. So, while cilantro is safe for dogs, you shouldn’t be serving it up willy-nilly, left, right and center. To find out the safest ways to share cilantro with your pup along with the health benefits, take a look below as we dive into popular questions from pet parents.

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Can dogs eat ham?

Beth Hamilton — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:00:00 +0000

From Christmas ham to a winter roast and the humble ham sandwich, it’s safe to say we humans are pretty crazy about the stuff. And when the ham is served, we wouldn’t be surprised if your pup gets a whiff and trots into the kitchen for a slice, snout-first. But can dogs eat ham? Or is it far too salty and fatty for our furry friends? Sadly (for your pup’s taste buds), ham isn’t the best choice for dogs. While a small morsel here and there shouldn’t do them any harm (unless there are any health conditions your pup is suffering from), ham shouldn’t be your dog’s go-to treat. For more on why, take a look below.

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Can dogs eat coconut?

Beth Hamilton — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000

From tropical curries to smoothies and cakes, the humble coconut has truly found its way into diets around the world. And packed with antioxidants and its fresh yet creamy flavor, it’s no wonder us humans keep going back for more. But can dogs eat coconuts safely? And can they reap any of the same health benefits that we can? Well it’s safe to say that dogs can eat coconuts, but the health benefits for dogs aren’t as clear-cut like they are for us. For more on that and to find out which forms of coconut are safe to share with your pooch, keep scrolling.

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