You are making pesto and you accidentally drop some basil leaves on the floor. You rush to pick them up before your naughty pooch gobbles them up. After all; you aren’t sure whether dogs are allowed to eat basil.

Worry not, basil is safe for dogs. In small quantities, basil is even good for your pet. Basil leaves can help dogs with skin issues. It even helps detoxify your pet’s system. 

Fresh basil leaves are packed with antioxidant vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, and K, and calcium, iron, and manganese.

Basil’s anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties could help relieve painful joints in senior dogs.

To serve basil to your pet, you can make some pesto (please don’t use any garlic which is toxic to dogs) and add it to your pet’s wet or dry food. Some dogs even eat fresh basil leaves as is. It is great to freshen up their breath.

To ensure your pet will live a long and healthy life, it is always a good idea to invest in pet health insurance. Preparing for the unexpected guarantees money is never an issue in keeping you pup healthy.