Can I give my dog apple juice?

Drinking apple juice can be nutritious, but your pet dog just knows that it’s delicious. Let’s look at the prospect of sharing this wholesome beverage with a best buddy.

Video: My dog likes fruit and apple juice

Apples aren’t harmful to dogs, but the juice may be another story. Some owners tell us that apple juice has contributed to their pets having loose stools, or other types of bowel irregularity.

Added sugar is another reason why apple juice is often inappropriate for dogs. Many brands also add other questionable ingredients. Processed juice is not even good for humans!

Can I Give My Dog Some Apple Juice? Answer: No

Most fruit juices contain too much sugar.

Instead of apple juice, get a good probiotic that’s designed for dogs as a way to improve digestion. While there’s likely no harm in sharing a bit of apple juice with your dog, you really should stick to plain old fresh water. Apple juice isn’t a good alternative, especially if you provide it on a regular basis. For a one-time treat, give your dog a taste of juice that’s all-natural and without added sugar, preservatives or any sweeteners.

Using apple juice, as a way to improve your dog’s bowel problems, is generally not effective.

Canine Constipation Tips

Passing hard stools is one sign that your dog has a constipation problem. If so, check their stool for traces of blood. You may need to provide these details to a vet if bowel problems persist. Document your dog’s problem so there’s a clearer picture of what’s going on. Apples, especially the juice, likely won’t help Fido.

Video: Homemade Dog Toy: Apple Juice Container

Consider that constipation could be a sign of a more serious problem. Sometimes it’s a symptom of colitis which is characterized as inflammation of the colon. Instead of apple juice or some other fruit juice, which won’t help, your dog may require special medication.

Mild Forms of Constipation

Apple juice is sometimes used as a remedy for mild canine constipation. If you want to try it, make sure yours doesn’t contain added sugar. Homemade is best. You can mix equal parts of apple juice and water to dilute it. Water, itself, actually works for constipation since dog dehydration is a common culprit.

Administering Pedialyte is also a great option since it contains valuable electrolytes. It’s more effective than apple juice, or even water, for restoring a balance. Give your dog small amounts in frequent intervals.

Well hydrating your dog is very important but don’t rely on apple juice for this purpose.

Two Ideas for Consideration

Instead of apple juice, get your dog exercising more to stimulate regular bowel movements. Take your dog for a long walk at least once a day. But it would be best if your best buddy could run around, as this is a much better form of exercise.

If your dog still has chronic constipation then your vet may recommend pediatric rectal suppositories. These are used for human infants, but they’re also used on dogs. The best option for better digestion, under normal circumstances, is to get a quality canine-formulated probiotic.

A Few Hydration Ideas

There are dogs that just aren’t avid drinkers. If your pet is like this, use a dropper or a syringe to trickle down fluids in your dog’s mouth. You can also entice more drinking by putting partially melted ice cubes in your dog’s water bowl. This will usually do the trick and it’s much preferred to feeding commercial apple juice.

Conclusion on Apple Juice

Apple juice usually can’t relieve canine constipation. It can also be unhealthy for dogs. The high sugar levels makes it a poor choice. If you do give your dog apple juice on occasion, serve it sparingly. Homemade and all-natural is obviously healthier, but any apple juice may cause bowel irregularities. Avoid giving your dog juices that contain lots of sugar. Fresh water is normally best.

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