Vegetables that are safe for dogs
| Food | Verdict | Max per day (30 lb dog) | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🌱 Asparagus | In moderation | 26 × cooked asparagus spear | Low in calories |
| Beets | In moderation | 15 × 1 tablespoon diced cooked beet | Fiber, folate and vitamin C |
| 🫑 Bell Peppers | Safe | 26 × bell pepper strip | Vitamins A, C and E and antioxidants |
| 🥦 Broccoli | In moderation | 19 × small broccoli floret | Fiber, vitamin C and vitamin K |
| 🥬 Brussels Sprouts | In moderation | 9.5 × cooked Brussels sprout | Rich in vitamins C and K |
| 🎃 Butternut Squash | Safe | 15 × 1 tablespoon mashed cooked butternut squash | High in vitamin A (beta-carotene) |
| 🥬 Cabbage | In moderation | 39 × 1 tablespoon chopped cooked cabbage | Low in calories |
| 🥕 Carrots | Safe | 19 × baby carrot | Very low calorie (about 4 kcal per baby carrot) |
| 🥦 Cauliflower | Safe | 26 × small cauliflower floret | Fiber and vitamins C and K |
| 🥬 Celery | Safe | 39 × 4-inch celery stick | Extremely low calorie |
| 🌽 Corn | In moderation | 9.5 × tablespoon of corn kernels | Source of carbohydrates, fiber and some vitamins |
| 🥒 Cucumbers | Safe | 79 × cucumber slice | About 1 kcal per slice |
| 🫛 Edamame | Safe | 132 × shelled edamame bean | Plant protein and fiber |
| 🫛 Green Beans | Safe | 52 × green bean | Fiber, vitamins C and K |
| 🥬 Kale | In moderation | 39 × 1 tablespoon chopped cooked kale | Vitamins A, C and K |
| 🥬 Lettuce | Safe | 79 × lettuce leaf | Almost calorie-free |
| 🫛 Peas | Safe | 11 × tablespoon of green peas | Fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals |
| 🥔 Potatoes | In moderation | 7 × tablespoon of plain mashed potato | Cooked potato is an easy-to-digest carbohydrate |
| 🎃 Pumpkin | Safe | 15 × tablespoon of plain pumpkin | Soluble fiber that can help firm stool or relieve mild constipation |
| Radishes | Safe | 79 × medium radish | Very low in calories |
| 🥬 Spinach | In moderation | 39 × quarter cup of raw spinach | Vitamins A, C and K, iron and fiber |
| 🍠 Sweet Potatoes | Safe | 6 × tablespoon of cooked sweet potato | Fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C and B6 |
| 🥒 Zucchini | Safe | 79 × zucchini slice | Very low in calories |
Vegetables dogs should not eat
| Food | Verdict | Main danger |
|---|---|---|
| 🧄 Garlic | Toxic | Damages red blood cells and can cause anemia |
| 🍄 Mushrooms | Caution | Some wild mushrooms (such as Amanita species) cause liver failure and death |
| 🧅 Onions | Toxic | Damage red blood cells (Heinz body anemia) |
Tips for feeding vegetables to dogs
- Wash vegetables, and remove tough stems and skins.
- Cut into bite-size pieces to prevent choking.
- Cooked, plain vegetables are easier to digest than raw; skip butter, oil, salt, onion and garlic.
- Introduce one new food at a time and stop if you see vomiting or diarrhea.
The 10% treat rule
Treats, including human food, should make up no more than 10% of a dog's daily calories. The "max per day" column assumes a typical 30 lb spayed or neutered adult dog with no other treats. Each food's guide has a calculator for your dog's exact weight.
Frequently asked questions
What vegetables can dogs eat?
Asparagus, Beets, Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Cabbage, Carrots and more are safe in small amounts. See the full list above.
What vegetables are bad for dogs?
Garlic, Mushrooms, Onions. Garlic and Onions are toxic.
How much vegetable can a dog eat?
Keep all treats, including vegetables, under 10% of daily calories. For a 30 lb dog that is roughly 79 kcal a day.