Recently we’ve had a new phenomenon of a furry counter surfer sneaking into the furSmiths house with some midnight (and morning) cravings, taking snackums and leaving the evidence…on the floor! Gasp! Can you believe that?! Even more MYSTERIOUSLY, after looking through the surveillance footage (aka den nest cam) the snackum burglar looks like…can you guess who? ELLA! Who knew she had a sneaky twin? Hahaha. This week the snackum in demand was Mangos! Can Dogs Eat Mangoes? Mom wasn’t even sure so….time to investigate – pronto!
Where Mango Grows
Mangoes are believed to have originated over 4000 or 5000 years ago in the region between northwestern Myanmar, Bangladesh, and northeastern India. As Buddhism spread across Asia so did Mangoes. Persians further spread them to Western Asia and East Africa in the 10th Century. Portuguese explorers took them to Brazil in the 16th Century which began the spread of Mangoes through the Americas. Today Mangoes are grown in Barbados, Mexico, Florida, Haiti and South America with Asia still producing 75 percent of all mangoes worldwide!
Is Mango a Fruit?
What Is a Mango Exactly?
Mangoes are the fruit of the evergreen tree, Mangifera indica and is believe it or not, a member of the Cashew family! Wowza!
Is Mango a Citrus Fruit?
Mangoes are actually considered a stone fruit due to the large seed in center. (Similar to plums, cherries and peaches).
Mangoes have such a rich history and are so interesting! Check out these little known Mango Facts:
- Mangoes are related to pistachios and cashews.
- Mangoes are eaten across the world more than any other fruit.
- Green mangoes contain more vitamin C than ripe mangoes.
- As mangoes ripen they contain more vitamin A.
- Mangoes continue to ripen after they have been picked.
Mango Nutrients
Mangoes are full of fiber and vitamins. Mango Nutritional Values include:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin A
- Fiber
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin B6
But, Can Dogs Eat Mangoes?
Is Mango Good for Dogs? Is Mango Bad for Dogs? According to the AKC, not only is Mango good for you, Mango for Dogs is also healthy and safe for your pup in moderation as long as it’s peeled and the pit is removed.
How Much Mango Can I Give my Dog?
As with all new foods, start with small pieces to test your pup’s gut. If all appears a “go” remember the less than 10% rule for all new foods in meals. In other words, just a few small pieces is ideal.
Can Dogs Eat Dried Mango?
Back to the Weim Crime…um, the Ella Crime (who knew this perfectly mannered girl was a sneaky food thief)?! The Mango snackums devoured this week were Dried Mangoes! Dried Mangoes are ok for your pup as long as Mango is the only ingredient! Be sure there are no added preservatives, sugar, spices, etc., which could irritate your pup’s stomach and even make them sick. Only allow them to eat a few small pieces (not half a bag)!
The Evidence…Caught Red Pawed 🙂
We WUV Mangoes at the furSmiths…Fresh, Frozen and Dried! Have you tried them? What did you think? Us Fwiends wanna know! Check out our blog for other healthy foods to use as food toppers?
Healthy Eating!
