Dogs can eat navy beans, but it is not recommended that they should. Dogs are carnivores and their digestive system does not contain the enzymes required to digest plant material.
Beans also contain a small number of lectins which may cause harm to your dog’s body if eaten in large quantities, especially raw or undercooked beans. For example, raw red kidney bean poisoning symptoms include nausea and vomiting. When cooked, these symptoms do not take place because the heat destroys the lectins. But still, ingestion of even a few undercooked beans can be fatal for your dog.
Adults can safely eat most types of beans, including navy beans by boiling them thoroughly before cooking any further. This will usually destroy any harmful effects related to lectins. Only eat fresh, young beans that you know are not undercooked or toxic.
If you must feed your dog navy beans, do so in moderation and ensure they are fully cooked first. If your dog suffers from digestive problems like diarrhea, vomiting, or flatulence after eating these beans it is best to avoid them altogether.
Navy beans are very high in fiber and soluble plant fibers such as pectin can decrease mineral absorption. Soluble fibers also ferment in the dog’s large intestine, releasing gases that may cause flatulence and/or pain.
Although dogs do not need large amounts of dietary fiber to be healthy, providing them with top-quality food with good sources of fiber is beneficial for healthy skin and coat and stools. Sources of soluble and insoluble fibers include green leafy vegetables, grains (oats), fruit (apples), and vegetables (carrots).
Are navy beans safe for dogs?
Navy beans are safe for dogs, but it is best to cook them thoroughly before feeding.
If you must feed your dog navy beans, do so in moderation and ensure they are fully cooked first. If your dog suffers from digestive problems like diarrhea, vomiting, or flatulence after eating these beans it is best to avoid them altogether.
Navy beans are very high in fiber and soluble plant fibers such as pectin can decrease mineral absorption. Soluble fibers also ferment in the dog’s large intestine, releasing gases that may cause flatulence and/or pain.
Can dogs eat cooked navy beans?
Yes, dogs can eat cooked navy beans; but we do not recommend it because your dog does not need fiber in his diet and the sugars in this type of bean may cause problems. If you insist on feeding them to him, then just give him 1 or 2 at a time. Do NOT feed him more than that.
What beans are not safe for dogs?
Canine-safe beans:
Black, garbanzo (also known as chickpeas), lentils, and split peas.
Beans that are not safe for dogs:
Red kidney beans, navy beans, and white pearl beans.
Can animals eat navy beans?
Dogs can eat navy beans, but it is not recommended that they should. Dogs are carnivores and their digestive system does not contain the enzymes required to digest plant material.
Beans also contain a small number of lectins which may cause harm to your dog’s body if eaten in large quantities, especially raw or undercooked beans.