Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Is it safe to put canned pumpkin in my dog's Kong toy for treats?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Male | neutered | 1 year and 7 months old | 16 lbs

I have been filling my dogs Kong with canned pumpkin is this one okay to use?

This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.

View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 18th, 2018

This is perfect! (We basically just don’t want people buying pumpkin pie filling!) PS- You may notice Cruz producing a little more stool from the extra fiber - it’s nothing to worry about! Tell Cruz to enjoy!

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored