Can Dogs Eat Pomegranate Seeds? Caution — Often Causes Digestive Upset
This food is NOT safe for dogs. Keep it away from your pet.
Pomegranate seeds are not safe for dogs. They contain tannins and ellagic acid that cause vomiting and digestive distress.
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Warning Signs & Symptoms
Vomiting, diarrhea, digestive upset from tannins and ellagic acid.
If Your Dog Ate This
Monitor for vomiting and digestive upset. Call vet if very large amount consumed.
What to Avoid
large amounts of seeds
Preparation & Serving
Small amounts of fresh pomegranate seeds are caution level — but large amounts or concentrated seed preparations are unsafe.
Safer Alternatives
- 2-3 fresh pomegranate seeds as a safer tiny treat
Did you know?
Pomegranate seeds are surrounded by a juicy aril that contains the beneficial antioxidants — the seeds themselves contain tannins that cause digestive upset when consumed in large quantities.
Portions & nutrition
- Toxic dose (per kg body weight)
- Concentrated tannins in large amounts — moderate quantities cause digestive upset
- Calories (per 100g)
- 83
- Safe frequency
- Never in large amounts
Source
What You Need to Know
The arils (seeds) of pomegranate cause consistent digestive upset in dogs. While not acutely life threatening they cause significant discomfort. Plain pomegranate extract is sometimes used in supplements but the raw fruit is problematic.
Not sure what to do next? Read our emergency guide What to Do If Your Dog Eats Something Toxic
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