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Can dogs and cats eat butternut squash?

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Butternut Squash safety for dogs

Plain, cooked butternut squash flesh is safe for healthy dogs, but the seeds and hard skin should be removed and seasoned holiday preparations are different foods.

Safe serving: A small amount of plain, cooked flesh with all seeds, skin, salt, butter, and seasoning removed.

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Butternut Squash safety for cats

Plain, cooked butternut squash flesh is not toxic to healthy cats, but the seeds and hard skin should be removed and only a small taste should be offered.

Safe serving: A small amount of plain, cooked flesh with all seeds, skin, salt, butter, and seasoning removed.

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