07/24/2026
š WHY IāM FEEDING MY DOG WATERMELON THIS SUMMER
Watermelon isnāt just a refreshing summer treatāitās packed with nutrients that can benefit your dogās health. š¶ā¤ļø
Here are a few reasons itās one of my favorite seasonal snacks:
š š¦ Itās about 92% water.
Perfect for helping your pup stay hydrated during hot summer days.
ā¤ļø š« One of natureās richest sources of L-citrulline.
Dogs use citrulline to help support healthy circulation, heart health, and mobility. Canine studies have found this pathway is altered in certain heart diseases, highlighting its importance for cardiovascular health.
š§ š©ŗ Can help reduce bladder stoneāforming crystals.
A small peer-reviewed canine study found that dogs given a watermelon extract beverage had fewer calcium oxalate and struvite urine crystals after 3 months. These crystals are the building blocks of many bladder stones.
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Rich in lycopene.
Watermelon is one of the richest fruit sources of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from oxidative damage.
š š„ Packed with beta carotene:
This Vitamin A precursor supports healthy vision, skin, and immune function.
š š¤Æ Hereās a fun fact:
The white rind (just beneath the green skin) actually contains more L-citrulline than the pink flesh. While most dogs wonāt enjoy chewing the rind, itās where much of this unique amino acid is naturally concentrated.
š¶ How much watermelon can dogs eat?
Watermelon should be an occasional treat. A good rule is to keep treats under 10% of your dogās daily calories.
A practical serving guide:
š¾ Under 10 lb (4.5 kg): 1ā2 small cubes
š¾ 10ā25 lb (4.5ā11 kg): 2ā4 cubes
š¾ 25ā50 lb (11ā23 kg): ½ā1 cup
š¾ Over 50 lb (23+ kg): 1ā2 cups
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remove seeds and the tough green rind, which can be difficult to digest.