Meat & Fish
Can dogs and cats eat lima beans?
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Lima Beans safety for dogs
Plain, fully cooked lima beans are not toxic to healthy dogs, but canned, salted, seasoned, or undercooked beans can cause digestive upset or add unsafe ingredients.
Safe serving: A small spoonful of plain, fully cooked beans with no salt, oil, garlic, onion, sauce, or seasoning.
Lima Beans safety for cats
Plain, fully cooked lima beans are not considered toxic to cats, but cats do not need them and beans can cause gas, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Watch for
- gas
- vomiting
- diarrhea
This page is for informational purposes only and is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian about your pet's diet and health.
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