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Home » Ingredients

Pumpkin Puree for Dogs

Published: Jul 6, 2021 · Updated: Oct 3, 2022 by AngelaC · This post may contain affiliate links

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Making pumpkin puree for dogs could not be easier. Full of nutrients and great in baked dog treats or homemade dog food.

Pumpkin is high in fiber, rich in Vitamins A, E and C, and also has potassium and iron.

pumpkin puree in jar

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Can Dogs Eat Pumpkin?

Due to it's high fiber content, pumpkin is great for dogs with constipation or diarrhea. Low in calories and high in fiber, it's also a good ingredient for dogs who are watching their weight.

Although you can purchase pumpkin puree in a can, you must ensure that it's not the pumpkin pie filling as that contains ingredients that may be toxic for dogs. Making your own puree is a great option if you can't find the canned stuff too!

Always start with small quantities of pumpkin so not to add too much fiber to your dog's diet.

Pumpkin Puree Ingredients

This is a simple recipe using just pumpkin and water.

pumpkin puree ingredients

What Type of Pumpkin Can Be Used?

For this homemade pumpkin puree we use calabaza pumpkin as it's commonly available in the Caribbean.

Other types of pumpkin can be used:

  • Pie pumpkin
  • Baking pumpkin
  • Sugar pumpkin
  • Cinderella

How to Make Pumpkin Puree

The pumpkin can be roasted or boiled before being pureed. This recipe boils the pumpkin.

It's as easy as boiling peeled cubes of pumpkin until soft. Then once cooled, puree the pumpkin in the blender.

chopped pumpkin

Chop the pumpkin into pieces

boiling pumpkin

Boil in water until soft

drained pumpkin

Drain the pumpkin

puree pumpkin

Blend into a puree

What to make with pumpkin puree

Pumpkin puree can be added to dog food or used in baked treats. Try our turkey pumpkin meatballs, salmon spinach and pumpkin dog food or baked pumpkin treats.

Serve it as a dinner topper with a spoonful on their dog food.

Turkey meatballs on a plate
Turkey Pumpkin Meatballs

How to store

Store in the fridge in a sealed container or jar. It should last about a week.

This can also be frozen. Pour into ice cube trays and freeze for use later. It should last up to 6 months in the freezer.

Pumpkin Puree in Jar

Pumpkin Puree for Dogs

Make your own healthy pumpkin puree for dogs for a treat and use in dog food recipes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Dog Treats
Cuisine Homemade Dog Treats
Servings 10 servings
Calories 18 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 20 oz pumpkin ripe
  • 3 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Remove the skin and seeds from the pumpkin.
  • Cut into chunks and place in a medium saucepan with the water. Bring to the boil, then cover and reduce the heat to simmer. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the pumpkin is soft.
  • Drain and set aside to cool.
  • Process the pumpkin in a blender until smooth.
  • Pour into a jar or container and store in the fridge.

Notes

Always check with your veterinarian before introducing any new foods into your dog’s diet.
Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by Spoonacular from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin Puree for Dogs
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
18
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
4
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
231
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
5789
IU
116
%
Vitamin C
 
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
 
16
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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