Why only in moderation for dogs
Fresh pineapple is not toxic to dogs. It is mostly water and contains vitamin C, manganese, fibre and the enzyme bromelain.
The fruit is sweet and acidic, so a larger amount can irritate the stomach and cause diarrhoea. An overweight dog has no need for the sugar.
The skin, the leafy crown and the hard core are fibrous and hard to digest, so they can block the gut. Tinned pineapple in syrup and dried pineapple pieces contain far more sugar than the fresh fruit.
How to give it
- Give only fresh pineapple.
- Cut off the skin and leaves and cut out the hard core.
- Cut it into small pieces.
- The first time, give very little and watch how your dog feels.
- Do not give tinned pineapple in syrup, juice or sugared dried pieces.
What to watch out for
- Too much pineapple can cause vomiting or diarrhoea.
- The acid can irritate the mouth and stomach.
- The skin, leaves and core are hard to digest and can block the gut.
- Tinned and dried pineapple are high in sugar.
Different parts
Not every part of this food is equally safe.
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Flesh
In moderationThe flesh of a fresh pineapple is fine in small pieces and only now and then.
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Core
Not safeThe hard core is difficult to digest and can block the gut.
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Skin and leaves
Not safeThe rough skin and spiky leaves are unsuitable: they can hurt the mouth and block the gut.
What to give instead
- Watermelon Yes, watermelon is fine for dogs: give small pieces of flesh without seeds or rind, especially as a cooling treat on a hot day. Safe
- Apples Yes, apples are fine for dogs: give small pieces without the core and seeds, as an occasional treat. Safe
- Blueberries Yes, blueberries and bilberries are fine for dogs: give a few washed, unsweetened berries as an occasional treat. Safe
- Pears Yes, pears are fine for dogs: give small pieces of ripe pear without the core, seeds or stalk. Safe
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