Yes — blueberries are one of the best treats you can give. They're low in sugar and calories and packed with antioxidants (anthocyanins), vitamin C, and fiber that support the immune system and fight inflammation, which fits a holistic anti-inflammatory approach perfectly. A genuinely healthy, dog-safe superfood.
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Fresh or frozen both work — frozen makes a great crunchy hot-weather treat. Serve them plain, and for small dogs you can halve them to be safe. Keep the quantity reasonable as part of the roughly 10%-of-daily-calories treat allowance.
As a treat they're very safe, but too many at once can cause loose stool simply from the extra fiber, and they still count toward daily calories. A small handful for most dogs is plenty — they're a topper and snack, not a meal component.
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