Yes, pinto beans are safe for your dog to eat. They are also called mottled beans due to the mottled pattern on their cover.

Cooked pinto beans are an excellent source of digestive fiber and plant protein which your dog needs daily. The fiber in the beans can aid digestion and prevent constipation and diarrhea in dogs. The protein in pinto beans can help your dog maintain muscle mass.

Never feed raw pinto beans to your dog as they could result in digestive upsets. They can also result in food-borne illnesses. Also, do not feed canned pinto beans to dogs as they contain tons of sodium and other preservatives. Your dog could suffer from vomiting and diarrhea due to these ingredients. 

Please practice moderation when feeding pinto beans to your pet. In excess, they can cause flatulence in your dog. As mentioned before, cook the beans thoroughly before feeding your dog, as raw or undercooked beans could result in digestive upsets such as vomiting and stomach pain. Also, cooking eliminates toxins from the beans.

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.