Apples are safe for pets in small amounts; remove the core, seeds, and stem — they contain cyanogenic compounds. Natural sugars add up with larger portions, so keep servings small. Kitchen scraps like cores and peels are a common exposure point worth keeping out of reach.
Apples are crisp, sweet fruits grown in orchards, with juicy flesh and thin peel. Varieties range from tart (Granny Smith) to sweet (Gala, Fuji, Honeycrisp) with skins from green to deep red. Harvest peaks in late summer and fall.
Apples are eaten fresh, baked, dried, and used in sauces and desserts. They're sold loose or bagged and are a common snack and lunchbox item.
Apple products include pies, cider, juices, dried rings, chips, applesauce, and apple butter — most are more concentrated in sugar. Cinnamon and sweeteners are often added.
