Olives are another vegetable considered non-toxic to dogs as long as it’s offered in moderation. There are some positive and negative effects to your dog consuming olives.

On one side, olives are high in sodium, can contain garlic (highly toxic to your dog’s body), and contain olive pits that are choking hazards. But on the other hand, olives are rich in various vitamins and antioxidants.  For one, olives include high levels of Vitamin E and “good fats” that help lower a dog’s cholesterol and blood pressure.

One of the fats we’re referring to is called monounsaturated fat. Monounsaturated fat is known to reduce inflammation. If your dog doesn’t experience inflammation, then they are less likely to encounter age-related arthritis as they get older!

Olives are also a great source of protein, calcium, vitamin A, vitamin, E, and vitamin K. All of these powerful nutrients improve your pet’s bone health and coat condition. In addition, olives may play a role in helping your dog fight off different kinds of cancer.

Another common question that comes along with feeding a dog olives is whether or not green and black olives are both safe.

As long as the pits are removed you can rest assured that black and green olives share almost all of the exact same qualities, therefore making them both edible to your furry friend.