Feeding Dogs Fruits Requires Some Considerations 　喂食狗狗水果有讲究

养狗的人都知道，均衡和营养丰富的膳食对狗狗的健康至关重要。除了提供日常饮食，主人还可以给狗狗喂食适量水果作为零食。水果中富含维生素和矿物质，可以提高狗狗的免疫力，促进代谢。但在喂食水果时，我们应先明确哪些水果适合狗狗，哪些不适合。

Which fruits are bad for dogs？

哪些水果对狗狗有害？

Avocados 牛油果

The avocado pit， skin， and leaves contain persin and are toxic to dogs. The fleshy part of an avocado does not contain as much persin and can be given to your dog in small amounts， although some dogs don’t tolerate any amount of avocados.

牛油果的果核、果皮和叶子所含的植物毒素persin对狗狗有毒。牛油果肉中该毒素的含量不高，可以少量喂食，但有些狗狗完全吃不了。

Citrus fruits 柑橘类水果

While not toxic to dogs， citrus fruits like lemons， limes and grapefruits can cause them an upset stomach.

虽然柠檬、酸橙和葡萄柚等柑橘类水果对狗狗没有毒性，但它们会引起狗狗的胃部不适。

Grapes/Raisins 葡萄/葡萄干

Grapes and raisins， are extremely toxic to dogs and can lead to acute kidney failure. They should not be given to dogs.

葡萄和葡萄干对狗狗有剧毒，可能导致急性肾衰竭。千万别给狗狗食用。

Cherries 樱桃

Avoid giving your dog cherries as the pit and stems can cause intestinal blockage. The pit is also extremely toxic to dogs.

不要给狗狗吃樱桃，因为樱桃核和樱桃梗可能导致肠梗阻。果核对狗狗也有剧毒。

Which fruits are healthy for dogs？

哪些水果对狗狗是健康的？

Some fruits are healthier for your dog than others either due to the nutritional benefits or their low sugar and calorie content. The following are healthy fruits to feed your dog.

对狗狗来说，一些水果比其他水果更健康，这是因为它们的营养价值高，或含糖量和热量较低。以下是一些适合给狗狗喂食的水果。

Blueberries蓝莓

Fresh blueberries provide plenty of antioxidants and fiber for your dog.

新鲜蓝莓含有大量抗氧化物质和纤维，适合狗狗吃。

Watermelons 西瓜

With its high-water content， watermelons are a great summer treat for your dog， especially since they are also high in vitamin A， C and B-6.

西瓜含水量高，是狗狗夏季的最佳零食，西瓜还富含维生素A、C和B-6。

How much fruit is right for dogs？

狗狗吃多少水果合适？

Even when feeding your dog fruits that are safe and nutritious， you should always practice moderation. It is recommended to stick to the 90-10 rule. Ninety percent of their diet should be their regular food and 10 percent can be healthy treats that include fruits and vegetables.

If your dog has underlying medical conditions or is fed a prescription diet， it’s always safest to contact your veterinarian first before adding fruits to their diet. Even seemingly risk-free fruits can lead to digestive upset， diarrhea or vomiting.

即使在给狗狗喂食安全且营养丰富的水果时，也应该适可而止。建议坚持9∶1原则：90%应该是它们的常规食物，10%可以是包括水果和蔬菜在内的健康零食。

如果你的爱犬有潜在的疾病或正在食用处方饮食，那么在它们的饮食中添加水果之前，最好先联系兽医。即使是看似无害的水果，也可能导致消化不良、腹泻或呕吐。

Word Bank

toxic /'tɒksɪk/ adj. 有毒的；引起中毒的

Many pesticides are highly toxic.

moderation /'mɒdə'reɪʃn/ n. 适度；适中

prescription /prɪ'skrɪpʃn/ n. 处方；药方