Green beans are just as nutritious and safe for our dogs as they are for us! They offer a great low-calorie treat choice—in moderation—for adult dogs and puppies. Just remember that puppies have more sensitive stomachs, and too many green beans could upset their stomachs due to the high fiber.

Green beans have tons of great nutrients:

Protein

Fiber

Iron

Folate

Calcium

Potassium

Magnesium

Vitamin B6

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin K

Antioxidants

Is the Green Bean Diet Safe for Dogs?
If you’ve heard people talking about the green bean diet for dogs online, be aware that this is not a valid diet for weight loss in dogs.

They would be losing out on essential nutrients—creating the additional problem of malnutrition. They also wouldn’t be getting enough animal protein to balance out the muscle mass lost.

And as your dog loses weight, their metabolism changes and adjusts. This means that your dog could easily regain their extra weight when their food is switched back to normal.

Instead, keep green beans as an occasional treat for your dog that doesn’t make up more than 10% of their diet. Talk with your veterinarian about proper food portions, exercise regimens, and weight-loss diets that are safe to help your pup lose the extra weight.

Can Dogs Eat Raw Green Beans?
Yes, dogs can eat raw or cooked green beans. Both are safe and nutritious. And although cooking the green beans may reduce some of their vitamin levels when it comes to folate and vitamin C, cooked green beans are more easily digestible.

Can Dogs Eat Canned Green Beans?
Although the nutritional values of fresh green beans and canned green beans are very similar, there is one major difference between the two—the salt!

With green beans, there is typically a large amount of sodium added. They taste great, but they are very unhealthy for your dog—especially over time. Too much sodium can lead to issues like obesity, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

You can avoid this by only using fresh green beans or no-salt-added canned green beans.