The foods listed here are generally safe for pets, and can be used for homemade treats or added to their nutritionally balanced, species-appropriate meals in moderate amounts.
Summer salads wouldn't be complete without this crispy green veggie. Although it's 90% water, it still offers nutrients that may help support your pet's well-being.
A staple in Mediterranean cooking, this small food packs big flavors and a wide array of antioxidants. But keep this caveat in mind before sharing it with your furry best friend.
Commonly added to pizza and pasta sauces for its minty and earthy flavor and aroma, this herb can be lightly sprinkled over your pet's meals for an antioxidant boost. It can even be used as an ingredient in their favorite treats. Have you tried using it yet?
Popular in tropical places like Hawaii, this food can add an interesting texture to your pet's meals, but make sure you cook it properly. Because it's high in starch, only give it in small amounts. Here's how to share it with them.
This leafy vegetable offers beneficial nutrients but also contains oxalates. If your pet has a genetic predisposition to calcium oxalate bladder stones, make sure to consult your veterinarian before adding it to their food bowl.
What this fruit lacks in size, it makes up for in health benefits, as it offers an array of polyphenols with impressive antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties. Offer your pet a few bites and let them enjoy this fruit's delicious flavor and nutrition.
If your pet isn't lactose-intolerant, try smearing a small amount of this creamy food to their lick mat. You can also add it to their pet treat recipes — here are a couple of ideas to help you get started!
Called 'Mother Nature's original superfood,' this simple, easy-to-prepare, and inexpensive source of bioavailable nutrients is a staple food around the world, but did you know that it can be shared with pets as well?