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Is Tomato Juice Safe for Dogs?

I heard that if I give my dog 4 oz. of tomato juice that it would improve the color of her coat. Any advice on this subject?

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May 30, 20170 found this helpful

I have never heard of this but since tomato juice has a lot of salt (salt free?) then it may not be good for your dog's kidneys so I would check this out before giving very much.
Tomato juice is sometimes used if dogs have came in contact with a skunk or some other bad odor and some people say they use it to keep the dog's urine from killing their grass.
I do not believe it is a good idea to give your dog very much (if any) tomato without talking it over with your vet.
Here's advice from one vet site:

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"One particular home remedy, tomato juice, likely has its primary benefit through both increased salt and water intake. While salt will make the dog drink more and dilute the urine, increased salt intake can cause problems for dogs with existing kidney or heart conditions. Owners should not alter their dogs diet without consulting with their veterinarian."

Here is a link to a site that discusses uses for tomato juice.

polk.uwex.edu/.../

 

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May 30, 20170 found this helpful

I agree that it's too salty. It can cause problems with the kidney and heart. I wouldn't give anything to my pet without clearing it with my vet.

 

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May 30, 20170 found this helpful

I would not give it. And, I can't think of anything in the tomato juice that would improve the color. Color is a DNA trait. DIet won't change DNA

 
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