Sauerkraut goes great with hot dogs, sandwiches and barbecued foods in general.
The fact that this favorite condiment has nutritional value is just a bonus.
In any case, are you wondering if your pet dog can have some sauerkraut?
Great news! It’s alright to share a bit of this tasty topping.
Of course, home-made sauerkraut is the best way to go about sharing.
Dogs Can Eat Sauerkraut (homemade and raw is recommended)
Without additives and preservatives this fermented food is way healthier than regular cabbage!
The thing is your dog may be gassy after eating some sauerkraut.
And there is something else to consider:
The high sodium—canned kraut tends to be especially heavy on the salt.
As such, it makes sense to limit your dog’s sauerkraut portions.
Go easy.
Hot dogs are another story!
Homemade vs Store-Bought
Depending on where you source it, sauerkraut can be really fantastic.
Make no mistake about it:
There is a huge difference between feeding your dog cheap pre-made, mass-produced sauerkraut and grandma’s recipe.
Unfortunately, convenience is typically favored over cooking and this is especially true for condiments.
Try to make the extra effort when it comes to sauerkraut!
Homemade means your dog won’t be consuming too much salt (sodium).
Do you value eating healthy?
Consider a sauerkraut recipe for you and your dog!
Sauerkraut’s Health Benefits
Make delicious sauerkraut in your kitchen and your finely cut fermented cabbage will be high in vitamin C & vitamin K as well as iron and fiber.
This is desirable for any dog. They’ll enjoy it too!
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Did we mention that kraut also offers outstanding antioxidants?
Dogs can certainly benefit from these great nutrients!
But what is especially interesting about sauerkraut is the probiotic factor…
Pets And Powerful Probiotics
The sauerkraut fermentation process creates live bacteria.
These can be beneficial for your dog’s digestive health.
That’s why heating up homemade kraut is a bad idea — it will kill valuable microbes and enzymes.
Quality sauerkraut assists in the growth of healthy bowel flora which can, in turn, protect your dog against nasty digestive tract diseases.
Digestion may also improve.
In raw and unpasteurized form, sauerkraut is a super food with probiotic potential for pets!
Fermented Foods For Fido
So now you know that properly prepared sauerkraut is a great veggie for stomach health.
Pickles are another fermented food that’s usually OK for canines.
Of course, plain cucumbers are a much better choice for dogs.
Another processed meat is salami, though we do not recommend it.
FYI: Most vegetables are healthy even after undergoing fermentation.
The Bottom Line
Your dog can eat some sauerkraut.
This condiment is best homemade, unpasteurized and raw. Go with quality, as much as possible, to ensure you’ve got a healthy topping on your hands.
With sauerkraut comes valuable antioxidants, vitamins, and excellent probiotic properties (good for the gut) due to the fermentation process.
While a small amount of store-bought sauerkraut is usually harmless, be sure to limit preservative intake for your dog’s sake.