Dogs should avoid plums as the pit contains cyanide, harmful to dogs. High sugar content can also lead to digestive issues.
Plums offer fiber, vitamins (A, B1, B2, C, H, and PP), and essential minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium, etc.) beneficial for dogs.
Plums may aid eyesight, bowel movement regulation, immune system strengthening, and promote healthy skin and coat in dogs.
High sugar content leading to weight gain, cyanide poisoning in pits, and choking hazards are potential risks for dogs consuming plums.
Possible side effects include constipation, vomiting, stomach pain, and loss of appetite, signaling a need for veterinary attention.
Dogs might show allergic reactions like mouth redness, distress, trembling, or difficulty breathing due to plum ingestion.
For diabetic dogs, plum sugar content can cause hazardous glucose spikes and weight gain, so it's advised to avoid them.
Steps for safe feeding: choose ripe plums, remove the pit, slice into small bits, monitor dog's reaction, and feed in moderation.