Better to skip it
It is best not to give dogs pomegranate. It is not considered highly toxic, but the seeds and peel contain tannins that often cause vomiting and stomach upset in dogs.
| Can dogs eat it? | Caution |
| Calories | Not recommended as a treat |
| Main benefit | Not considered highly toxic |
| Main risk | Tannins commonly cause vomiting and diarrhea |
| 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 not to give dogs pomegranate. It is not considered highly toxic, but the seeds and peel contain tannins that often cause vomiting and stomach upset in dogs.
Not highly toxic, but it often upsets dogs' stomachs.
Processed extracts are used in small amounts for antioxidants, which is different from whole fruit.
Avoid it; it is concentrated and sugary.
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 not to give dogs pomegranate. It is not considered highly toxic, but the seeds and peel contain tannins that often cause vomiting and stomach upset in dogs.