Can dogs eat watermelon?

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Dogs can eat watermelon, but only in small amounts and without seeds or rind. The fruit is a refreshing and healthy treat, especially on warm days, as it is high in water and contains valuable nutrients such as vitamin A, B6, C, and potassium.

Watermelon is a refreshing and healthy snack in summer - also for your dog! Learn what to pay attention to when feeding melon and when your dog should better not eat watermelon.

24.07.2025
Table of Contents
  1. Is watermelon okay for dogs?
  2. Seeds or rind of the watermelon are taboo
  3. Which melons can dogs eat?
  4. What you should consider when feeding (water)melon

Is watermelon okay for dogs?

The temperatures are rising, and a juicy, cool watermelon is waiting for you in the fridge. But wouldn't the delicious fruit also make a great snack for your four-legged friend? Of course! Dogs can eat watermelon. However, you should only feed the red flesh without seeds or rind.

Watermelon is rich in potassium and vitamin C. Additionally, it has a high fiber content, which supports healthy digestion, but in excessive amounts, it can also lead to digestive problems. Since watermelon is 92% water, it is the ideal snack for →hot summer days. However, you should not forget that the sweet fruit also contains a lot of sugar.

Seeds or rind of the watermelon are taboo

Under no circumstances should you feed the green rind of the watermelon. Apart from the fact that it is very hard and woody, commercially available melons are often treated with chemicals. Eating melon seeds can lead to gastrointestinal disturbances. The small seeds are →hard to digest and can, in the worst case, cause an intestinal blockage.

It is better to collect all the seeds beforehand, cut off the rind thoroughly, and then offer your dog the melon to enjoy.

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Which melons can dogs eat?

In addition to watermelon, your four-legged friend can also eat cantaloupe, honeydew, and Charentais melon. They are all safe for your dog and certainly a welcome snack. However, note that the other melon varieties contain more sugar than watermelon and therefore have slightly more calories.

Your dog can also snack deliciously and healthily with the treats from Pets Deli. No sugar, grains, or other gimmicks are needed here. Our snacks are packed with delicious meat and essential nutrients.

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What you should consider when feeding (water)melon

To ensure your four-legged friend can truly enjoy the melon, here are our 4 tips for feeding watermelon:

1. Remove rind and seeds.

2. Don't feed too much, as melons contain many fibers that promote digestion.

3. If your dog tends to gulp, only feed small pieces.

4. In summer, cold watermelon is a refreshing snack to cool down.

Undine Tackmann
Undine Tackmann