What Nuts Can Dogs Eat? - PureWow

What nuts Can Dogs Eat?

Due to their high fiber, protein & healthy fat content, nuts make great snacks for people! Canines, on the other hand, need to watch their nut intake due to a few reasons...

Beyond nuts having a high fat content and often presenting a choking risk, some nuts are very toxic to dogs and can cause lasting problems for your pup’s insides if they eat them.

However there are a few types of nuts that only present a mild risk to canines and can be eaten sporadically. Read on for 5 nuts dogs can eat and 5 nuts to never feedto your dog.

According to dog food brand Ollie, cashews are OK for dogs to eat in small quantities. Unsalted and unseasoned cashews only!

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The ASPCA says chestnuts are safe for dogs but may not be the best snack for dogs who eat too quickly or tend to swallow foods whole. Chestnuts could get lodged in a dog’s throat.

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Plain peanuts are safe for dogs. But make sure any peanut butter you buy doesn’t contain xylitol, an artificial sweetener that is highly toxic to dogs and potentially lethal.

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Dogs can eat pecans once in a blue moon. These nuts aren’t toxic, and your dog will be fine. But they have a very high fat content, so go easy.

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Pistachios are safe in small quantities. Don’t let your dog eat the shells, though. Shells present an extra choking hazard & could cut your dog’s mouth or throat.

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The American Kennel Club says dogs shouldn't eat almond. If your dog grabs an almond off the floor, it’s not the end of the world, but watch to make sure they don’t choke.

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Due to their extremely high fat content, it's not advised to feed brazil nuts to dogs. They're also a threat to smaller breeds because of their size.

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Hazelnuts are a big choking hazards. So while you don’t need to make an emergency call to your vet if your dog steals a hazelnut, you shouldn’t make a habit of feeding them to him.

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Here’s a nut that is truly toxic to dogs. They can lead to tremors, weakness, and paralysis. If your dog eats a macadamia nut, call your vet to get expert advice.

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The large and irregular shape of a walnut is dangerous for dogs. These nuts are major choking hazards and digestive blocks.

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