Alice White
Brussels sprouts are popular autumn and winter vegetables that many dogs like to eat thanks to their mild taste. However, the vegetable, also known as kale, has a strong bloating effect and is not well tolerated by every dog. Here’s everything you need to know about Brussels sprouts for dogs.
Can Dogs Have Brussel Sprouts?
Brussels sprouts are rich in vitamins and nutrients and also contain important antioxidants. Especially in autumn and winter, when only a few regional fruit and vegetables are available, the small green cabbage florets are a good vegetable accompaniment to optimally supply your dog with vitamins.
It mainly contains vitamin A and vitamin C, iron, magnesium, potassium, and calcium.
Are Brussel Sprouts Good for Dogs?
In order to increase the tolerance of Brussels sprouts, the vegetables should only be boiled and fed in small quantities. Raw Brussels sprouts are not poisonous for dogs, but they are very poorly tolerated and also less tasty. Therefore only offer your dog cooked or steamed Brussels sprouts. To do this, wash the vegetables thoroughly and cook them in unsalted water until the florets are buttery soft. For even better digestibility, you can then puree the cooked florets.
Beware of Flatulence
Like all types of cabbage, Brussels sprouts have a flatulence effect and can lead to unpleasant flatulence in dogs. Some dogs tolerate cabbage well, others don’t. It is best to carefully test whether your dog can tolerate Brussels sprouts. To do this, first, feed only a small amount of the vegetables and wait to see how the animal gets them. If flatulence or other symptoms of intolerance occur, do not feed your dog any more Brussels sprouts in the future.
