Sesame is a common condiment in our daily life. It is a very delicious, easy-to-get condiment when cooking. Many pet owners will choose the same food as themselves when feeding their dogs, including sesame. But did you know that dogs can eat sesame...
Sesame is a common condiment in our daily life. It is a very delicious, easy-to-get condiment when cooking. Many pet owners will choose the same food as themselves when feeding their dogs, including sesame. But did you know that dogs can eat sesame seeds? The editor will tell you about it below.
Dogs can eat sesame seeds. It is recommended that owners pay attention to the amount when feeding sesame seeds to their dogs. In addition, white sesame seeds are easier to absorb than black sesame seeds, so owners can give priority to buying white sesame seeds for their dogs.
1. Benefits of eating sesame seeds for dogs
1. Sesame seeds are rich in plant fiber and vitamin B. These ingredients have a great effect on the digestion and peristalsis of the dog's gastrointestinal tract. Sesame seeds are also rich in trace elements iron, which can increase the dog's resistance and improve the dog's intelligence.
2. Sesame seeds are also rich in lecithin, which can make dog’s hair softer and shiny.
2. Consequences of dogs overeating sesame seeds
1. Sesame seeds contain relatively high sugar and fat content. Excessive consumption can easily lead to obesity in dogs and increase the risk of dogs suffering from diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver and other diseases.
2. If the dog is young, because the intestinal development is not perfect, eating too much sesame can easily cause the puppy to suffer from vomiting, diarrhea and other indigestion symptoms. Therefore, it is generally not recommended to give sesame to puppies.