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Homemade banana and oat dog treats on a wood surface with sliced banana and a Bully Sticks Central single-ingredient chew

Can Dogs Eat Bananas? Safe Serving Sizes, Risks, and a Banana Dog Treat Recipe

banana-dog-treats Preston Smith Dec 15, 2024

Yes, dogs can eat bananas safely in moderation. Bananas are a low-sodium source of potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and fiber. Skip the peel — it's not toxic but it's hard to digest. Cap servings at about 1–2 small slices per day for a 50-lb dog due to sugar. Below: safe serving sizes by weight, a fruit comparison table, and a five-ingredient banana dog treat recipe.

Homemade peanut butter and oat dog treats on a baking sheet beside a jar of xylitol-free peanut butter and a Bully Sticks Central single-ingredient chew

Are Peanut Butter Dog Treats Safe? Xylitol Warning, Serving Sizes & 6 Homemade Recipes (2026)

dog-treat-recipes Preston Smith Mar 15, 2024

Yes, peanut butter is safe for dogs as a treat — with one critical exception: it must be xylitol-free. Xylitol is a sugar substitute increasingly added to "natural" peanut butter brands, and it is fatal to dogs in tiny amounts. Below: the xylitol warning in detail, serving sizes by dog weight, six homemade recipes, and BSC's single-ingredient alternatives for everyday chewing.