Can Dogs Eat Arugula? How to Feed Dogs Arugula

Yes, arugula is safe for dogs. Like many leafy green vegetables, arugula doesn’t contain anything toxic to dogs, making it a low-calorie snack with nutritional value. As long as you follow a few guidelines (namely, cooking the arugula and serving it to your dog in moderation), arugula can help boost your dog’s health.

There are numerous health benefits of arugula for dogs.

• Vitamins: Arugula is a good source of vitamin K, vitamin B, and vitamin C.
• Minerals: Arugula contains minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.
• Digestion health: Arugula is high in fiber and low in sugar and carbs, which can help reduce blockage or digestion issues—as long as your dog consumes arugula in moderation.
• Chlorophyll: Similar to other leafy green veggies, arugula contains chlorophyll and other phytochemicals found in plants. Chlorophyll can aid the immune system and help detoxify the blood.

Raw arugula is a goitrogenic food, which, if eaten in large quantities, can disrupt your dog’s production of thyroid hormones necessary for proper metabolism regulation. Dog owners can mitigate this by cooking arugula before serving it with dog food. If your dog’s thyroid already has known issues, or if your dog suffers from an iodine shortage, avoid arugula and other goitrogenic foods entirely.

Certain human foods can cause adverse reactions in canines, so always consult your veterinarian to determine whether it is safe to add these foods to your pet’s diet. This article is for educational and informational purposes and is not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

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