Fig

An occasional low-calorie fruit treat adding a little fibre and water.

One small piece per serving without reducing main-diet intake.

Peel and dice small with no seasoning.

Cats do not need fruit, so keep it minimal; check for redness or drooling around the mouth the first time.

Fibre with potassium and calcium at fairly low calories, so it works as an occasional fruit treat.

Half a peeled fig in small pieces for a small dog (one for a medium dog), within about 10% of daily energy intake.

Rinse, peel and cut into small pieces; add no sugar, honey or cream.

Dried figs concentrate sugar and fibre and are not recommended; the milky sap (ficin) can irritate skin around the mouth, so wipe and watch after feeding.