Can Dogs Eat Avocado?
Not recommended. The flesh is unlikely to poison a dog, but the large pit can block the gut, and guacamole usually contains onion and garlic, which are toxic. Avocado is far more dangerous for birds and some other animals.
A bite of plain flesh rarely needs treatment. Call your vet if your dog swallowed a pit or ate guacamole containing onion or garlic.
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- What makes it harmful
- Persin — mainly a concern for birds, rabbits and horses rather than dogs
Symptoms to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Signs of blockage after swallowing the pit: repeated vomiting, belly pain, not eating
Why
The fat in avocado can upset a dog's stomach. The real dangers are the pit, which is the right size to lodge in the intestine, and what avocado is served with.
Sources
General information checked against published veterinary sources. Every dog is different — ask your vet before changing its diet, and call them if it seems unwell.