Can my dog eat Water Chestnut?

Can my dog eat Water Chestnut?

Water chestnut is not a nut, but is a type of marsh grass. You’re probably already familiar with this veggie—it’s often found in Asian cooking—those small, white rounded crunchy bits. You can usually find these canned in the foreign food section of the local grocery store. But you may also find them whole, in health food stores. Water chestnuts are typically added to soups, egg rolls or even added to stir fries and other dishes. They’re great because they maintain their crunchiness even after being cooked. These water veggies also include some essential nutrients, such as vitamin B6, copper, manganese and more.

Can my dog eat water chestnuts? Can my puppy eat water chestnuts? Yes! But it’s best to serve them the fresh variety, as canned water chestnuts may contain too much sodium. In addition, water chestnuts are very starchy, and dogs can have a hard time digesting them. Even so, water chestnuts can be a healthy part of your dog’s diet. Before serving fresh water chestnuts to your fur baby, be sure to remove the outer skin first, as it can become a choking hazard. Next, cook them and then make them into a paste, which can then be added to your pup’s regular dog food. What if my dog or puppy ate too many water chestnuts? He’d be OK, but would probably suffer from a stomach ache and diarrhea. So, it’s a good idea to serve water chestnuts as an occasional treat and in small portions.