Better to skip them
It is best to avoid plums. The flesh is not toxic, but the pit contains cyanogenic compounds and is a serious choking and blockage risk. Plums are also high in sugar, and prunes can cause diarrhea.
| Can dogs eat it? | Caution |
| Calories | Not recommended as a treat |
| Main benefit | Pitted flesh is not toxic |
| Main risk | Pits contain amygdalin and can cause cyanide poisoning if chewed |
| Puppies? | No |
A small amount is unlikely to cause serious harm in a healthy dog. Remove any remaining food, offer fresh water and watch for vomiting, diarrhea, a painful belly or lethargy over the next 24-48 hours. Call your vet if your dog ate a large amount, is small, young or has health problems (such as pancreatitis), or if the food contained onion, garlic, chocolate or xylitol.
These are safe for dogs in treat-size amounts:
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It is best to avoid plums. The flesh is not toxic, but the pit contains cyanogenic compounds and is a serious choking and blockage risk. Plums are also high in sugar, and prunes can cause diarrhea.
It can be, especially for small dogs. Call your vet.
They are best avoided; they are concentrated sugar and fiber and may cause diarrhea.
Blueberries, strawberries, apples (no seeds), watermelon and bananas in moderation.
No. Puppies are smaller and more vulnerable than adults, so it is best avoided entirely.
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This guide is general information for healthy adult dogs. Dogs with medical conditions (such as diabetes, pancreatitis, kidney disease or food allergies) may need different advice from their vet.
Caution
It is best to avoid plums. The flesh is not toxic, but the pit contains cyanogenic compounds and is a serious choking and blockage risk.