5 Reasons I Feed My Dogs Pumpkin

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Now that Autumn has arrived, pumpkin is on the brain! Pumpkin pie, carving pumpkins, pumpkin decorations, pumpkin, pumpkin, PUMPKIN! Which isn't a bad thing, but did you know that your dog can benefit greatly from pumpkin? It doesn't just make a great pie, it is something of a super food as well!

Benefits of feeding pumpkin to dogs:

1. Fiber. Pumpkin is a great source of fiber, and helps keep your dogs digestive system moving. The fiber will not only help a dog who is constipated, but it will also help a dog who is having issues with loose stools. 
2. Antioxidants and fatty acids in pumpkin seeds are great for your dogs coat, and skin
3. If your dog has a sensitive tummy, try feeding two tablespoons of 100% pure canned pumpkin daily.
4. Canned pumpkin is loaded with beta carotene, magnesium, iron, potassium, zinc and vitamins A and C - helping prevent cancers in pets.
5. Does your dog need to shed a few pounds? Try reducing 2 tablespoons of your dogs regular food, and adding 2 tablespoons of canned pumpkin to their diet!

For you kitties out there - Canned pumpkin can greatly reduce those awful fur balls! Don't like the taste? Add a small amount of pumpkin to your wet food!

What are you waiting for? Embrace the Fall season and get out there and eat some PUMPKIN! 

#CannedPumpkin is loaded with beta carotene, magnesium, iron, potassium, zinc and vitamins A and C - helping prevent cancers in #pets .

— Jenna Drady (@HuskyCrazed) September 24, 2015

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