Eric asks Dr. Azza if dogs can eat quinoa, and the answer is yes. She explains that quinoa provides a complete source of protein with essential amino acids, along with magnesium and antioxidants. Dr. Azza also shares an important preparation tip: quinoa should be soaked and rinsed before cooking to help remove saponins, which can irritate dogs, and should always be served in moderation due to its calorie content.
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Zucchini
Eric asks Dr. Azza if dogs can eat zucchini, and the answer is yes. She explains that zucchini can be served raw or cooked and makes a nutritious, low-calorie treat, especially for dogs managing their weight. Packed with potassium, fiber, vitamin B6 and vitamin C, zucchini can support digestion, ...
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Chickpeas
Eric asks Dr. Azza if dogs can eat chickpeas, and the answer is yes—with some important preparation steps. She explains that chickpeas should be cooked, and canned varieties should be rinsed to remove excess sodium. They should also be served plain without spices, garlic, butter or hummus. Packed...
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Broccoli
Eric asks Dr. Azza if dogs can eat broccoli, and the answer comes with an important caution. She explains that broccoli provides vitamin C and fiber while being low in calories, but it also contains isothiocyanates that can cause gastric irritation in larger amounts. Dr. Azza recommends serving o...
