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Can dogs eat it?

Can dogs eat zucchini?

Yes, in moderation Yes. Plain zucchini, raw or cooked, is a low calorie treat. Skip it if cooked with garlic, onion or oil.

Why

Zucchini is safe for dogs and very low in calories: 180 g (6.3 oz) of boiled summer squash has about 28 kcal (UC Davis). Pet Poison Helpline and ASPCA list zucchini and summer squash among safe, low calorie foods. Large pieces can be a choking risk, and zucchini bread and cakes add sugar and fat and may contain xylitol (AKC).

How to give it safely

Plain raw, steamed or boiled, chopped into small pieces. Set some aside before you season your own.

This is general guidance, your vet sets the actual schedule. Puppies, small dogs and dogs with a health condition can react to smaller amounts. Check with your own vet before changing what your dog eats.

Other foods people ask about

Asparagus Yes, in moderation Yes, cooked and cut small. Raw spears are hard to chew and digest, and the asparagus fern in the garden is not safe. Aubergine (eggplant) Yes, in moderation Yes, a little plain cooked aubergine. The leaves and flowers of the plant are the parts to avoid. Beetroot Yes, in moderation Yes, a little plain beetroot, cooked or raw. Skip it if your dog has had bladder or kidney stones, and do not panic at pink wee. Bell peppers Yes, in moderation Yes, plain sweet peppers of any colour in small amounts. Never chilli or jalapeño peppers. Broccoli Yes, in moderation Yes, in very small amounts. Plain raw or steamed broccoli is fine, but too much irritates the stomach. Brussels sprouts Yes, in moderation Yes, a sprout or two, cooked and plain. More than that can cause wind and an upset stomach.

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Last reviewed 2026-09-29.