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A healthy breakfast choice that offers an abundance of nutritional value to humans, oatmeal is a staple found in many people’s homes. But, can dogs eat oatmeal? The answer is yes, but there are some things you should keep in mind before feeding your pup this snack.
Oatmeal is high in fiber and contains a plethora of nutrients, minerals, and antioxidants. “Served in moderation, oatmeal can benefit a dog in a variety of ways,” says Dr. Carly Fox of New York City’s Animal Medical Center. “It is a great alternative carbohydrate for dogs that may be sensitive to wheat or grains.” Oatmeal contains vitamin B, which helps maintain a healthy coat, and linoleic acid, which is a type of omega-6 fatty acid that helps to maintain the strength of dogs’ skin.
It’s also a great source of soluble fiber, which can regulate blood glucose levels and help dogs that have irregular bowl movements. But Dr. Fox cautions that feeding your dog foods containing a lot of fiber can lead to GI upset, whose symptoms include diarrhea and vomiting.
Oatmeal is high in fiber, with over 4 grams of fiber in each cooked cup (240 grams) (1).
This is because oats are a good source of beta glucan, a type of fiber that has been associated with improved heart health (7).
Finally, keep in mind that increasing their fiber intake too quickly can also cause unpleasant digestive side effects, including gas or bloating (14, 15).
Fiber moves slowly through your body undigested, adding bulk to stool to support regularity (4).
One study in 14 dogs observed similar findings, showing that supplementing with oat beta glucan for 71 days reduced levels of total and LDL (bad) cholesterol (10).
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The TRUTH about OATMEAL with Dogs?
Oatmeal is a pretty nutritious ingredient that appears in a ton of people foods. But did you know that it can also be awesome for puppers too?
That’s right! Oatmeal provides pooches with many of the same health benefits that it provides humans, so many owners are beginning to pick foods chock full of this tasty and nutritious grain.
Below, we’ll explain some of the health benefits oatmeal provides, outline some of the things to think about when picking an oatmeal dog food, and identify a few of our favorites.