The full answer
Freshly prepared, thoroughly cooked plain chickpeas are safe for dogs.
Hard, dried or undercooked chickpeas aren't the form to use: PetMD notes they can be a choking hazard and are harder to digest. Cook them until they're soft enough to mash.
Canned chickpeas can contain a lot of sodium. Choose low-sodium cans and rinse them.
Hummus isn't the same food. It usually has other ingredients in it and isn't covered by this rating.
How much is okay?
A spoonful of plain cooked chickpeas, mashed for a small dog, is plenty as an occasional extra. Skip tinned ones in brine or seasoned sauces, and avoid hummus, which often contains garlic.
How Should I Prepare It?
- Plain, cooked until soft, no salt or seasoning.
