Can dogs eat green beans?
Green beans are fine for dogs raw or cooked, as long as they’re plain (AKC, PDSA, RSPCA). They’re low in calories and high in fiber (AKC).
How to serve it: cooked or raw, unseasoned, chopped; canned only with no salt added
Good to know: Canned green beans often contain a lot of added salt (AKC). Never serve them with butter, garlic or garlic salt (AKC).
How much is okay
All treats together: at most 10% of daily calories. Enter your dog’s weight:
Green beans
up to 7.2 oz a day
203 g · about 37 beans
10% of 629 kcal a day, for a spayed or neutered dog with normal activity. If your dog gets other treats too, give less.
Questions
What amount of green beans is okay for my dog?
All treats together: at most 10% of daily calories. For a spayed or neutered dog with normal activity weighing 22 lb, that’s up to 7.2 oz (203 g) (about 37 beans) a day. Work out the amount for your dog above.
Can cats eat green beans?
Yes, in small amounts. RSPCA and PDSA list unseasoned green beans as fine for cats in moderation. VCA names them as a very low-calorie veggie snack for senior cats.
Sources
- AKC – Can Dogs Eat Green Beans?
- AKC – Fruits and Vegetables Dogs Can or Can't Eat
- PDSA – Safe fruit and veg for dogs (green beans raw or cooked)
- RSPCA – How to keep your pets safe from Christmas dangers (green beans raw or cooked, unseasoned, for cats and dogs)
- Royal Kennel Club – Healthy treats for dogs (green beans cooked or raw)
- ASPCA – Healthy, Safe Snacks to Help Your Pet Slim Down (green beans for dogs and cats)
- Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (31 kcal per 100 g)
Last checked: October 2026