11 Human Foods You Can Share With Your Frenchie

We all know that we shouldn’t feed our Frenchies table scraps… but let’s be real with ourselves: sometimes we can’t help but share a little bite.

If you’re going to share food with your French Bulldog, just make sure you’re not feeding them anything dangerous.

As a general rule of thumb, most of the food we eat isn’t safe or healthy for our dogs, however, everything you see on this list is A-OK!

Table of Contents

• Sharable Foods
• Avoid These
• Fruits & Veggies
• FAQ

You can share these foods with your Frenchie… (watch their portions though!)

1. Some fruits & vegetables — Not all fruits & veggies are safe for your Frenchie. Some have toxic seeds/pits that can also pose a choking hazard.
2. Peanut butter — Peanut butter is very high in calories so make sure you’re feeding them it in moderation.
3. Yogurt — Yogurt is ok in small quantities as well, but make sure not to go overboard with this in their diet. Make sure you avoid the ones sweetened with Xylitol as it is toxic to dogs.
4. Cheese — Ok for most dogs, but not for ones with dairy intolerances. You’ll probably find out pretty quick if your Frenchie can’t tolerate cheese (you’ll probably smell it).
5. Chicken, turkey, and beef — Just make sure they are plain. You want to watch for seasonings including onions, garlic, and other commonly used spices that can be dangerous. Stick to plain old boring chicken/turkey/beef.
6. Salmon — Healthy source of Omega fatty acids. If the salmon is fresh, your Frenchie should be good to have a bite.
7. Tuna — Also another source of Omega fatty acids, but must be eaten in smaller portions as it has a lot of mercury.
8. Pumpkin — Can help soothe an upset Frenchie stomach! Just make sure that it doesn’t have Xylitol if you’re giving them canned pumpkin.
9. Rice — Plain rice is the perfect “boring” food to share with your Frenchie! It’s super easy for them to digest making it the perfect food for an upset stomach too!
10. Popcorn — Just make sure it’s popped completely as the un-popped kernels can be a choking hazard.
11. Wheat & grains — Unless your Frenchie has a rare gluten intolerance, they should have no problem digesting wheat and grains.

1. Some fruits and vegetables

Here’s a list of the fruits and vegetables that are safe for your pup to consume!

What Fruits can French Bulldogs Eat

1. Apples (no seeds)
2. Bananas
3. Blackberries
4. Blueberries
5. Cantaloupe
6. Coconut (no husk)
7. Cranberries
8. Mango (no pits)
9. Kiwi
10. Oranges
11. Peaches (no pits)
12. Raspberries
13. Strawberries
14. Watermelon

What Vegetables can French Bulldogs Eat

1. Broccoli
2. Brussel sprouts
3. Carrots
4. Celery
5. Green beans
6. Peas
7. Sweet potato
8. Spinach

My Frenchie’s 5 Favorite Fruits

My French Bulldog absolutely loves some fruit or vegetables to snack on! Bananas are her favorite!

A high-value treat

Let your Frenchie try them some time as a high-reward treat for training and see how they like them!

These are my Frenchie’s favorite fruits…

• Bananas
• Blueberries
• Raspberries
• Strawberries
• Watermelon

Just remember, not all fruits and vegetables are safe for your French Bulldog to eat!

As with anything else, be sure to feed them fruits in moderation; some fruits such as pineapple are high in sugar which is bad for your French Bulldog’s teeth!

Avoid These Fruits and Vegetables

Some of these fruits and vegetables are possibly deadly if your Frenchie were to eat them…

1. Asparagus— possible choking hazard… fine for them to eat otherwise
2. Avocado— contains a toxin called persin and the pit in the center is a choking hazard; can cause an upset stomach as well
3. Cherries— contain cyanide; the pit is also a choking hazard
4. Grapes and raisins— highly toxic; one grape can be deadly; leads to kidney failure
5. Lemons and limes— can cause digestive issues; they can eat the inner part of the fruit (but they probably won’t be too happy)
6. Mushrooms— some store-bought mushrooms can be okay, but some are highly toxic
7. Onions— highly toxic; no part of it is okay for a dog to eat
8. Plums— the flesh of the fruit is fine, but the pit is a choking hazard
9. Tomatoes— the green part of the tomato can cause tomatine poisoning

2. Peanut Butter

Can French Bulldogs eat Peanut Butter?

French Bulldogs can eat peanut butter as long as it’s all-natural and doesn’t contain xylitol (which is extremely toxic to dogs). Be sure to double-check the ingredients list.

Really though, what dog doesn’t love peanut butter? It’s one of my Frenchie’s favorite treats!

What makes Peanut Butter good

Peanut butter’s also a great source of protein and fiber, but don’t forget it’s also pretty high in calories and fat – a tablespoon is all they need to get their nutrients!

I’ve always used peanut butter to bribe my pets to eat their medications. Keep this in mind if you ever have a fussy Frenchie that won’t take their medicine.

Peanut Butter treats for your Frenchie

Peanut butter can be really high in calories — so it’s best to share that in moderation.

Fortunately for your Frenchie, there are Peanut Butter treats out there that are also low in calories.

My Frenchie loves these Buddy Biscuits Peanut Butter Treats. They’re a soft texture which makes them perfect for Frenchies of all ages.

3. Yogurt

Can French Bulldogs eat Yogurt?

Yogurt is okay in small quantities, but you shouldn’t go overboard with it.

Dogs don’t have the ability to process dairy like us humans can and too much can bother their digestive systems.

What makes Yogurt good

What makes yogurt great for those pups that can digest it is all the active bacteria found in yogurt! These bacteria strengthen the digestive system with probiotics.

Just like anything else you’re sharing with your Frenchie, make sure you double check that it doesn’t contain any added sugars or artificial sweeteners such as Xylitol!

Yogurt Treats for your Frenchie

I’m sure your Frenchie would love to crack open a pack of yogurt and devour it all…

But that might upset their stomachs (and might not be the healthiest idea).

If you want your Frenchie to get the digestive benefits of yogurt without any of the added sugars or xylitol you might find in yogurts at the grocery store, check out these Yogurt Sticks from Himalayan Dog Chew, the same company that makes the Himalayan Yak Cheese Chews.

4. Cheese

Can French Bulldogs eat Cheese?

Similar to yogurt, cheese is fine for most Frenchies to eat – you’ll want to keep their portions small though.

Not all Frenchies can tolerate cheese

I say it’s fine for most Frenchies, because not everyone can handle dairy.

Whether they’re lactose intolerant or not, some dogs just can’t digest cheese as well as others.

Dairy products can cause an upset stomach

Cheese and other dairy products might give them an upset stomach, gas, diarrhea, or other digestive issues.

Dogs that are lactose intolerant can have issues from even the smallest amount of dairy.

A Cheese Treat for your Frenchie

If I were you, I wouldn’t grab a block of cheese out of the fridge and toss it to your Frenchie — there are much better Cheese Treats for you to give them…

My Frenchie’s favorite are these Himalayan Yak Cheese Chews… they’re hard like a traditional bone, but tastier. They last forever — and when they’re too small for them to chew, you can microwave them to make a big cheese puff.

What makes Cheese good

Cheese is great for its abundance of protein, calcium, vitamin A, essential fatty acids, and B-complex vitamins, which are essential for your Frenchie’s health.

When looking for cheeses to feed your French Bulldog, look for those that are low in fat and sodium. The healthy choices are mozzarella and cottage cheese.

5. Chicken, Turkey & Beef

These three protein sources can be commonly found in most dog foods, raw diets, and other treats.

Can French Bulldogs eat Chicken, Turkey, and Beef?

Yes, you can feed your Frenchie chicken, turkey, and/or beef. Just make sure you’re feeding them lean proteins. This means they haven’t been cooked in fatty oils, wines, or other ingredients.

Some plain old chicken or turkey from the deli is perfect!

What makes Chicken, Turkey & Beef good

When it comes to protein, there’s not much better than this. These are the main ingredients in most dog foods you’ll find on the market.

Chicken, Turkey, & Beef Treats

6. Salmon

Can French Bulldogs eat Salmon?

Yes, Frenchies can eat Salmon (and it’s the main protein in lots of dog foods!)

As long as the salmon is fresh (would you eat it?), you’re good-to-go.

What makes Salmon good

Salmon is another great source of protein for your pup!

Just as the omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon are beneficial to us humans, they are to your pet as well!

These fatty acids are great for your French Bulldog’s coat, skin health, as well as the numerous other benefits associated with this amazing nutrient.

Some other benefits of the Omega-3 fatty acids in salmon are

• Improve eye health
• Promote brain health
• Promote heart health
• Reduce inflammation

Salmon Treats

Here are some popular treats/supplements that have Salmon in them — the Zesty Paws Salmon Bites are a great treat-like supplement that you can give once a day to get some of the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids.

If your Frenchie is a fussy eater, you might find the Zesty Paws Salmon Oil Liquid to be a better choice — you can simply mix it in with their existing food.

7. Tuna

Can French Bulldogs eat Tuna?

Yes, Frenchies can eat tuna, but only in small amounts.

Tuna that you share with your dog should always be prepared in water without any extra spices.

Just plain tuna will do; they won’t even know the difference.

If you’re feeding your French Bulldog canned tuna, just know it contains small amounts of mercury and sodium, and you’ll need keep those portions on the smaller side & not feed them tuna often.

What makes Tuna good

Tuna is another great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which of course help promote a healthy coat, skin, heart and eye health!

Some Tuna you can feed your Frenchie

If you’re looking to add Tuna to your Frenchie’s diet, this Wellness CORE Simply Shreds can be used as a topper or between-meal snack. Highly recommend this for fussy Frenchies that don’t want to eat their kibble either — your Frenchie is sure to love it.

8. Pumpkin

What makes Pumpkin good

Pumpkin is fiber-rich which makes it great for your French Bulldog’s digestive system! It’s also full of other nutrients that are essential to a healthy pup such as vitamin A, E, C, potassium, and iron.

My veterinarian recommends me to feed my Frenchie a little bit of pumpkin whenever she has diarrhea, constipation, or an upset stomach.

Both fresh and canned pumpkin are good, just make sure there’s no xylitol in it. If you choose canned pumpkin, try to stay away from those high in salt, sugar, and other additives/spices as these can irritate their stomachs.

For Frenchies, you’ll want to add 1-4 tablespoons of pumpkin per meal for stomach issues.

Frenchie Pumpkin Treats

9. Rice

Can French Bulldogs eat Rice?

Rice— the world’s cheapest ‘n tastiest food that can also save our phones after dropping them in the toilet (I swear that didn’t happen to me). Name another food that can do that!

Eat it, fix your phone with it, make a heat pack, ripen fruit, and more — just a few of the many odd uses for rice.

What makes Rice good

But did you also know that rice is great at relieving your Frenchie’s upset stomach? It’s easy to digest and low in fiber which makes it easy on the stomach.

Dogs can eat cooked, plain white rice or pasta with no problems. Just make sure you don’t add any seasonings or spices and you’ll be good to go!

For upset stomachs

If you’re looking for a food to feed your Frenchie when they have an upset stomach, this Under the Weather Rice & Chicken Bland Diet is a great food to have in your Frenchie’s cabinet. You can prepare them a bland meal yourself, but this makes things a bit easier for you.

With a shelf life of 3 years, this is something that you can keep laying around for whenever they get an upset stomach.

10. Popcorn

Can French Bulldogs eat Popcorn?

A little bit of unsalted, unbuttered, air-popped popcorn is perfectly fine for your Frenchie to consume! So don’t be selfish next time you’re watching a flick with your Frenchie!

In fact, it contains riboflavin and thiamine which promotes eye health and digestion.

Just make sure that the kernels are completely popped as they pose a choking hazard for your Frenchie!

Frenchie Popcorn Treats

While unlike some of the other foods on this list, popcorn doesn’t really have any health benefits — it’s just tasty & fun to eat!

But the kernels can be a risk for choking, so they’re not really the best to share with your Frenchie…

But these BIXBI Bark Pops are like popcorn for your Frenchie — with less than 4 calories per treat, these Bark Pops are a healthy crunchy treat for any occasion.

11. Wheat and Grains

Can French Bulldogs eat Wheat & Grains?

There has been controversy in recent years over dogs and grain-free or gluten-free diets.

The concern over wheat and other grains arise from a tragic event in 2007 where wheat from China was contaminated with industrial chemicals that affected thousands of pets and even killed some!

What makes Wheat & Grains good (or not so good)

Are wheat and grains really that great for our dogs?

Well, that depends on who you ask.

On one hand, dogs are actually able to digest carbohydrates such as grains with ease due to their genetics which allow them to digest starch much better than their wolf counterparts.

But there are also many owners who believe that their pet should be eating grain-free or gluten-free diet. This isn’t really necessary unless your dog suffers from Celiac Disease or gluten intolerance.

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Let’s face it

While we shouldn’t be feeding our Frenchies our table scraps and other human food, most of us are guilty of it from time to time!

Be careful though!

There are so many foods that we eat every day that are extremely dangerous to our Frenchies, which is why it’s crucial to know what human foods they can and cannot eat!

Just like anything else in life, your Frenchie should enjoy these foods in moderation to avoid becoming overweight.

Frenchies will eat just about anything… but that doesn’t mean they should!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to feed my Frenchie raw meat?

The short answer is yes, but there are some caveats.

You certainly wouldn’t want to feed raw meat to a dog that is immunocompromised.

If you want to add some raw food to your Frenchie’s diet without any of the mess & effort traditionally needed to feed them a raw diet, I personally use Instinct Freeze Dried Raw Boost Mixers to add to my Frenchie’s food (I also like using them as a treat too).

The dangers

First things first, raw meat still contains food-borne pathogens such as E. coli, salmonella, and other parasites. When you use clean, fresh meat, the risk of these pathogens is lower.

Spoiled raw meat will certainly make your Frenchie sick (or worse), which is why you’ll need to make sure their food is as fresh as possible. If you wouldn’t cook it up and eat it, don’t just toss it on the kitchen floor for them to clean up.

The Wolf Diet

Long before dogs were domesticated, you certainly wouldn’t find the word “dog food” in a dictionary.

Back in these days, dogs thrived off a diet known as the wolf diet, which consists of raw muscle meat and organs, eggs, fruit, and vegetables. As you could guess, it’s pretty much what a wolf eats.

Knowing that, it probably wouldn’t surprise you to hear that some Frenchies even eat a 100% raw diet!

Raw diets are becoming more and more popular these days for a whole bunch of reasons, although they’re highly controversial.

Common Food Questions

Can French Bulldogs Eat Corn?

Yes, Frenchies can absolutely eat corn. Whether it be from a can, cooked, or right off the cob— just make sure you feed it to them in moderation though!

In fact, some dog foods actually include corn as a main ingredient.

Corn is great because it’s…

• High in antioxidants
• Low-fat and low-calorie
• Source of essential vitamins and minerals
• Provides carbohydrates and fiber for energy
• Helps keep digestive system running smoothly

Can Frenchies eat Peanuts?

While peanuts (and peanut butter) are not toxic to dogs, they are high in fat and can cause an upset stomach if consumed in large quantities.

Peanuts are also…

• Sometimes contaminated with aflatoxins, which are toxic to dogs and can cause liver damage
• Small which means they pose a choking hazard or can obstruct the digestive system if swallowed whole

As a result, it’s best to feed dogs only small quantities of peanuts as a treat and not to make them a regular part of their diet. (or just stick to peanut butter if you’re concerned about the choking hazard)