Food Sources of Vitamin E for Dogs

Vitamin E, or alpha tocopherol, is a nutrient with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This vitamin aids in healthy function of the heart, liver, nerves and muscles. Vitamin E is found in many foods suited for dogs.

  1. Plant Oils

    • Safflower, soybean, canola and sunflower plants are grown for their oil-yielding seeds. Some dog food makers use these oils as natural preservatives.

    Peanuts

    • Natural peanut butter and peanut oil are palatable sources of vitamin E. Most dogs willingly eat a small dollop of peanut butter wrapped around a pill and get meds and vitamins at the same time.

    Tree Nuts

    • Nuts such as almonds, walnuts and pecans contain vitamin E. Savvy dogs wait until frost cracks the toxic outer hull of walnuts, then crunch their way to the walnut meat.

    Wheat Germ

    • Wheat germ is extracted from the central wheat kernel and is a rich source of vitamin E. Dogs who are allergic to wheat often tolerate wheat germ as the gluten has been removed from the germ.

    Fruits

    • Fruits such as blueberries and unpeeled apples are vitamin E sources. Some dogs mooch raw fruit bites from their owners. Others prefer cooked fruit in dog cookies.