Have you ever wondered what your American Bullies can or can’t eat?
The truth is, dogs have a different metabolic system than ours. That’s why what’s safe food for us may not be safe for our American Bullies—and vice versa.
Therefore, you need to know which fruits, vegetables, and other snacks are safe for your American Bullies. Below are the most common fruits, vegetables & other snacks that American Bullies can (and can’t) eat:
List of fruits American Bullies can or can’t eat
Wondering which fruits your American Bullies can eat or not? Here is a list of some common fruits your American Bullies can or can’t eat:
Apples
Yes, American Bullies can eat apples.
Apples are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber for your American Bullies. They are also low in protein and fat, making them the perfect snack for senior American Bullies.
When giving your American Bullies apples, be sure to remove the seeds and core first. Avoid processed apples like applesauce and apple pie filling—they often contain added sugar.
Avocado
Avocados are not safe for your American Bullies to consume. The avocado fruit, pits, leaves, skin and the actual plant contain persin so these parts are potentially poisonous to your American Bullies.
Although avocado oil is good, it can be toxic when ingested in large quantities. It can cause vomiting, diarrhea and even pancreatitis in American Bullies.
So if you want to keep your American Bullies safe from the dangers of avocados, it’s best to keep them away from them altogether.
Bananas
Yes, American Bullies can eat bananas!
Bananas are a low-calorie, high-fiber snack that your American Bullies will love. They’re full of potassium and vitamins, as well as biotin and copper—which are all good for your American Bullies’s health.
However, bananas are also high in sugar content, so we should give them as an occasional treat. The peel is hard to digest and should be removed before giving to your American Bullies.
You should also avoid processed bananas such as banana chips or banana puddings—these may contain added toxic ingredients that could harm your pup.
Blackberry
Yes, American Bullies can eat blackberries.
Blackberries are low in calories and sugar, which makes them a great choice for your American Bullies’s diet. They’re also high in vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants that can help keep your pup healthy.
You can give your American Bullies fresh or frozen blackberries, but avoid processed varieties like blackberry jam, jelly or ice cream — those often contain harmful preservatives.
The recommended amount of blackberries to feed your American Bullies is two berries per 10 pounds of body weight per day.
Blueberry
Can American Bullies eat blueberries?
Yes! In fact, they’re one of the healthiest foods for your pup.
Blueberries are high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which help keep your American Bullies’s immune system strong and healthy. They also contain sugar, so feed them in moderation—about 4-5 blueberries per 10 pounds of body weight.
Whether you choose frozen, fresh or dried blueberries is up to you and your pup’s taste preference. Just make sure that you do not feed your pup any processed blueberries like blueberry muffins or yogurt or pies. These foods may contain harmful additives that could upset your American Bullies’s stomach or cause other issues.
Cantaloupe
Yes, your American Bullies can eat cantaloupe.
Cantaloupe is a low-calorie fruit that contains fiber and moisture, as well as other nutrients like vitamin C. It’s also high in sugar, so give your American Bullies in moderation. Remove the rinds and seeds before feeding your American Bullies to prevent choking.
Cherry
American Bullies can’t eat cherries! Although the fleshy part around the seed is safe, the plant contains cyanide. Cyanide destroys cellular oxygen transport in your American Bullies, so it’s important to get him to a vet if you think he ate any cherries. The symptoms of cyanide toxicity include dilated pupils and rapid breathing.
Grapes
No, grapes are very toxic to American Bullies. Even a small amount of grapes can cause sudden kidney failure in your American Bullies.
Symptoms of grape poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. Severe symptoms include vomiting blood or urine, excessive thirst and urination, weakness, and collapse. If you suspect your American Bullies has eaten grapes, seek veterinary help immediately.
To prevent accidental ingestion, keep the grapes out of your American Bullies’s reach and educate your family about the danger of grapes for American Bullies.
Mango
Mango is a delicious, nutrient-packed fruit that both humans and American Bullies can enjoy. In fact, mango contains four different vitamins: A, B6, C, and E that are also found in other fruits, such as bananas and strawberries. It also has potassium, fiber and antioxidants—all of which are good for your American Bullies’s overall health.
However, there are some things you need to keep in mind before feeding your American Bullies mangoes. First, remove the skin from the fruit before you feed it to your American Bullies because it contains harmful chemicals like oxalic acid. Also, remove the pit from inside the mango before giving it to your American Bullies since they could choke on it if they swallow it whole!
You should avoid processed mango products like mango sorbet, mango popsicles and mango ice cream as they may contain harmful preservatives or artificial food coloring that can upset your American Bullies’s stomach.
The amount of mango your American Bullies can eat depends on the size of your American Bullies, but one-quarter cup of fresh ripe mango once a week is normally fine for most American Bullies.
Oranges
Yes, American Bullies can eat oranges in moderation. Oranges provide Vitamin C, potassium, fiber and moisture.
You should only give your American Bullies the fleshy part of the orange, and remove all traces of peel, skin, pith and seeds.
1-2 sections as an occasional treat are enough for most American Bullies.
Peaches
Peaches are delicious and nutritious snacks for humans to enjoy, but can American Bullies eat peaches? Yes, American Bullies can eat peaches, but only in small amounts.
Peaches are high in fiber and vitamin A, which makes them a great snack for your American Bullies. However, remove the pit before serving it to your American Bullies as it contains cyanide. Also, avoid processed peaches like peach cobbler or peach pie, as they may contain harmful ingredients like sugar or corn syrup. Instead, opt for fresh or frozen whole peaches that have been cut up into small pieces.
Pears
Yes, American Bullies can eat pears.
Pears are a great snack because they’re high in copper, vitamins C and K, and fiber. Eating the fruit can reduce the risk of having a stroke significantly. Just be sure to cut pears into bite-size chunks and remove the pit and seeds first, as the seeds contain traces of cyanide. Skip processed pears like canned pears as it may contain sugar syrups and other additives that are harmful to your pup.
One small slice is ok for most American Bullies as pears contain sugar. If your American Bullies has diabetes or is sensitive to sugar intake, then avoid giving them this snack at all costs!
Pineapples
Yes! American Bullies can eat pineapple as a tasty snack.
Pineapple contains vitamins and minerals, as well as bromelain and moisture that your American Bullies’s body needs. The only part of the pineapple that is safe for your American Bullies to eat is the soft inner fruit. You should remove the spiky skin and hard inner core before giving your American Bullies pineapple.
Avoid processed pineapples like canned pineapple or pineapple cake that contain added harmful chemicals. You should also avoid letting your American Bullies eat the core of the pineapple as it may cause digestive issues such as diarrhea or vomiting.
Your American Bullies should get 2-3 small bites of raw pineapple each day in order to receive all of its health benefits.
Pumpkin
Yes, pumpkin is a great snack for American Bullies. It’s packed with fiber and vitamins that are great for your American Bullies’s skin and coat, and it can also help remedy both diarrhea and constipation.
But make sure you’re getting pure pumpkin—not the pumpkin pie mixtures. The pure stuff is great for your American Bullies’s digestive system, but other stuff can be harmful.
How much should you give your American Bullies? That depends on their size and activity level, but start with a teaspoon per day.
Strawberry
Yes, American Bullies can eat strawberries. They contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which are all beneficial to your American Bullies’s health. Fresh and frozen strawberries have the same benefits. However, always cut the strawberries into small pieces before serving them to your American Bullies. Remove the stem from the strawberry and avoid processed strawberries—the added ingredients could be harmful for your American Bullies.
Watermelon
Yes, American Bullies can eat watermelon. Watermelon is a low-calorie treat that contains vitamins and minerals, such as lycopene, as well as moisture. However, only the flesh of the melon is safe and nutritious; the seeds, rinds, and skin are not.
To make sure your American Bullies gets the most nutritional benefits from watermelon, cut it into small chunks before giving it to them. Remove seeds, rinds, and skin before feeding it to your American Bullies. A half cup of diced seedless and rind-free watermelon is enough per 10 pounds of body weight.
List of vegetable American Bullies can or can’t eat
Wondering which vegetables your American Bullies can eat or not? Here is a list of some vegetables your American Bullies can or can’t eat:
Broccoli
Yes, broccoli is safe for American Bullies to eat.
Broccoli contains fiber, vitamins A and C, and calcium, making it a nutritious addition to your pup’s diet. Broccoli stems and florets, both are safe to eat, either cooked or raw. However, always cut them into small pieces to prevent a choking hazard!
1/4 (0.25) cup broccoli per 10 pounds of body weight of a pup is recommended as a rule of thumb.
Cabbage
Yes, cabbage is safe for American Bullies to eat. Cabbage contains vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are essential for a healthy diet. Plus, it’s rich in fiber and moisture—which means your pup will keep his/her (or its) digestive system running smoothly.
All types of cabbage are safe and healthy for American Bullies. Red cabbage is more nutritious than green cabbage, though—it has 10 times more vitamins than green cabbage! You should offer your pup one bite of lightly cooked or roasted red cabbage per 10 pounds of body weight.
Carrots
Yes, carrots are a great low calorie treat for your American Bullies!
Carrots contain vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Crunching on this orange veggie is great for your American Bullies’s teeth. Raw or cooked carrots are fine. Cooked carrots are easier to digest than raw ones.
If your American Bullies has never eaten carrots before, try offering them one baby carrot per day at first to see how they react. Once they get used to it and start eating the carrots happily, you can increase the amount per day up to 1-2 baby carrots depending on the size of your pup (one is enough for an average size pup).
Celery
Yes, American Bullies can eat celery. In fact, it’s an excellent low-calorie treat for them! Celery is a great source of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and is high in moisture and fiber that can help support a healthy digestive system.
One great way to feed celery to your American Bullies is to top it with small peanut butter or mix it with their regular food. You can also pair up celery with other treats (like carrots) so they don’t get bored with eating the same thing all the time.
Celery sticks are generally ok for big pups because they’re easier for them to chew than leaves. However, always cut the celery into bite-sized pieces before giving it to your American Bullies so he or she doesn’t choke on any large pieces that could get stuck in their throat or windpipe.
Start by giving your American Bullies one or two bite-sized pieces of celery at first to make sure they don’t have any adverse reactions such as diarrhea or vomiting from eating too much at once.
Cucumber
Yes, American Bullies can eat cucumbers. They’re a great source for vitamins and minerals, as well as moisture and fiber. Cucumber also contains phytochemicals that help freshen your American Bullies’s breath.
The skin and seeds of the cucumber are safe as long as they are organic; however, avoid processed cucumber like cucumber pickles because they may contain harmful food additives.
The amount depends on the size of your American Bullies, but only one or two pieces of cucumber per day is fine.
Garlic
Can American Bullies eat garlic?
No, garlic is toxic to American Bullies. Garlic contains N-propyl disulfide, a sulfur compound that causes hemolysis leading to anemia. Other symptoms of toxicity include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and loss of appetite. Raw and cooked cloves and bulbs of garlic are toxic to your American Bullies.
The toxic dose is 15 to 30 grams of garlic per kilogram of body weight. Contact the vet immediately if your American Bullies ate garlic.
Onions
Can a American Bullies eat onions?
The answer is a resounding NO!
Onions contain N-propyl disulfide, a sulfur compound that causes hemolysis (or blood cell destruction) and anemia in American Bullies. The toxic dose is 15 gm/kg of the body weight of your American Bullies.
Every type of onion is bad for American Bullies- red onions, white onions, yellow onions, you name it! Even the leaves, juice and processed powders are toxic to American Bullies. So don’t let your pup get any of those either!
If you suspect your American Bullies has eaten some onions or other members of the Allium family (like garlic), contact your vet immediately.
Zucchini
Can American Bullies eat zucchini? The short answer is yes! Zucchini is a low calorie treat and full of vitamins and antioxidants. It’s also high in fiber and moisture that your American Bullies needs to stay healthy.
Plain raw, steamed, or cooked zucchini is safe for American Bullies to eat. However, raw zucchini provides more Vitamin A than cooked ones. If you’re concerned about your American Bullies’s health or if you’ve got a small breed, start out with just one or two small bites of zucchini at a time.
List of some other snacks American Bullies can or can’t eat
Wondering which snacks your American Bullies can eat or not? Here is a list of some snacks your American Bullies can or can’t eat:
Bacon
No, your American Bullies should not eat bacon.
Bacon is an incredibly rich and fatty food with a high salt content. This combination of fats and salt can prove to be too much for a American Bullies’s stomach to handle. It may cause pancreatitis, which is an inflammation of the pancreas.
Eating a large amount can also cause diarrhea, vomiting or even weight loss in American Bullies. However, giving your American Bullies small amounts of cooked bacon infrequently should not cause harm. Cooked bacon should be served warm rather than hot so that it doesn’t burn your American Bullies’s mouth or throat if he eats it quickly.
Beef
Yes! Cooked, unseasoned lean beef is safe for American Bullies in small amounts unless your American Bullies is allergic to beef. This is because while beef contains many essential vitamins and minerals like iron, zinc and B vitamins (which American Bullies need), it also contains a lot of fat which is not good for your American Bullies’s health.
Beef broth, beef stew, and specialized American Bullies beef jerky without an excess amount of salt are also safe for your American Bullies. The best part about this is that you can make it at home! Just boil some meaty bones until the broth turns into a gelatinous substance—this is called bone broth—and then use it as an ingredient in any dish you make for yourself or your American Bullies!
Stay away from raw beef because they may contain harmful parasites. Never feed cooked bone to your American Bullies, but larger raw beef bones can be a great chew toy.
Bread
Yes, American Bullies can eat bread provided they aren’t allergic to it.
However, only plain white and wheat bread is safe for American Bullies to eat. Bread doesn’t provide that much nutrients in your American Bullies, so offer them in moderation. A crust is fine, but a whole slice is too much for your American Bullies.
Too much bread can cause diarrhea or constipation, which could lead to other health issues if not treated properly.
Cheese
Yes, a small amount of cheese is ok for American Bullies. Cheese contains vitamins and proteins that are essential for your American Bullies’s diet. However, avoid feeding your American Bullies too much cheese. Too much cheese can cause health problems such as diarrhea and gas.
There are some types of cheese that are safe for American Bullies to eat: mozzarella, cottage, swiss and cheddar cheese. You should stay away from spicy cheeses like cheesecake, blue cheese, goat cheese and parmesan because they can cause stomach upset and kidney problems in American Bullies. Also avoid cream cheese as it may cause digestive problems in American Bullies.
The amount of cheese that you feed your American Bullies depends on the size of your American Bullies; however, a few small bites should be fine for most American Bullies.
Chicken
Can American Bullies eat chicken?
Yes, and they absolutely should. Chicken contains protein, omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for American Bullies.
Boneless cooked breast meat is the best option for your American Bullies. Avoid chicken skin as it contains a high amount of fat that can cause pancreatitis in American Bullies.
The amount depends on the size of your American Bullies, but give 1/8 to 1/6 cup of meat protein per 10 pounds of body weight per day if your American Bullies is on a raw meat diet.
Chocolate
Can American Bullies eat chocolate? The short answer is no. Chocolate isn’t good for your pup at all.
Theobromine and caffeine are two substances found in chocolate that can be toxic to American Bullies. Theobromine is a bitter alkaloid that affects American Bullies’ central nervous system, causing muscle tremors, abnormal heart rhythms, and seizures. Caffeine causes similar symptoms in American Bullies as it does humans—increased heart rate, increased blood pressure and tremors.
Chocolate contains both toxins, so even small amounts can be deadly to your pup depending on his size or weight.
The type of chocolate your American Bullies eats will determine how much of a risk he faces. No matter what type of chocolate your pup ate, contact the vet immediately.
Eggs
Yes, your American Bullies can eat eggs—as long as they’re cooked.
Eggs are high in protein, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
But there’s a catch: Raw eggs have avidin in them that prevents your American Bullies from absorbing biotin. Also, raw eggs may contain bacteria and egg shells can be dangerous if not ground up or if they have sharp edges.
Fish
Yes, American Bullies can eat fish. Although American Bullies are carnivores, they don’t need meat to survive—they just need protein and energy. Fish is a great source of both, and vitamins and minerals. However, not all fish are safe for your American Bullies to consume.
Smaller, younger, wild-caught, shorter-lived species like salmon, shrimp and tilapia are generally safe for your American Bullies if you feed them properly. Avoid longer-lived fish species like tuna, shark and swordfish because they can contain heavy metals like mercury, which can be harmful to your American Bullies’s health.
Always clean them properly before feeding them to your American Bullies; debone them then cook them in a way that doesn’t add harmful additives. We recommend feeding your American Bullies one or two times per week in small controlled amounts for optimal nutrition and health benefits for your pet.
Icecream
Can American Bullies eat ice cream?
No, the American Bullies shouldn’t eat ice cream. Ice cream is a high-calorie, high-fat food that contains dairy products and sugar. The sugar content in ice cream can cause an upset stomach or vomiting in American Bullies, while the dairy products can cause diarrhea. Ice cream toxicity symptoms include excessive thirst, excessive urination, lethargy, diarrhea or vomiting. If you suspect your American Bullies ate ice cream, seek veterinary help immediately.
Peanut butter
Yes, American Bullies can eat peanut butter.
Peanut butter provides protein, vitamins and healthy fats. However, it is important to ensure that the peanut butter contains no xylitol or chocolate, as these can be lethal to American Bullies. Also, avoid peanut butter pretzels, as they contain three times more sodium than regular pretzels.
American Bullies should not eat more than a quarter teaspoon of peanut butter per 4 pounds of body weight per day. For example, a 16-pound American Bullies would get 1 teaspoons of peanut butter per day.
Popcorn
Can American Bullies eat popcorn?
You bet they can! Plain, air-popped popcorn is safe for American Bullies to eat in small quantities as an occasional treat.
Popped corn kernels actually contain several minerals important to American Bullies, like magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and zinc, along with fiber and trace amounts of vitamins. It’s also low in fat and calories—not that you need to worry about your pup packing on the pounds!
Buttered popcorn or popcorn with other toppings like cheese are not safe for your American Bullies because they could cause digestive upset. Also, un-popped or partially popped kernels can be a choking hazard and may even cause damage to your American Bullies’s teeth.
Turkey
Can American Bullies eat turkey?
Yes, as long as you provide cooked lean, white, unseasoned and boneless turkey meat to your American Bullies. Turkey breast meat is the best option, because it contains the most protein, fatty acids and minerals. Avoid turkey skin because it can cause GI upset and pancreatitis. Also avoid processed turkey because it may contain harmful substances.
20 grams of white meat turkey or 15 grams of dark meat turkey per 12 pounds body weight for your pooch.
Yogurt
Yes, American Bullies can eat yogurt.
Plain yogurt is a perfectly acceptable snack for American Bullies, but it’s important to know that some American Bullies may have trouble digesting dairy products. If your American Bullies can digest it, the good bacteria in yogurt can help strengthen the digestive system. Plain yogurt is the best choice for your American Bullies.
Avoid any yogurts with added sugar or artificial sweeteners as these can cause diarrhea in American Bullies.
One teaspoon of yogurt a day is fine for most American Bullies, but if you want to give them more than that, you should consult your vet first to make sure it’s safe.