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Can Dogs Eat Tamarillo? Caution — Remove Skin, Small Amounts

This food requires caution. Read the details carefully before feeding.

Tamarillo flesh is safe for dogs in small amounts but the skin is bitter and should be removed. Also called tree tomato. Related to nightshades — feed cautiously.

Warning Signs & Symptoms

Large amounts: GI irritation from tannins and acidity. Skin: bitter compounds causing mouth irritation.

Safe to Feed

flesh only — skin removed

What to Avoid

skin, large amounts

Preparation & Serving

Remove skin completely — it is too bitter. Small amounts of flesh only. Monitor for digestive upset.

Potential Health Benefits

Vitamins C and E. Antioxidants from the distinctive red or yellow flesh.

Did you know?

Tamarillo is called tree tomato in New Zealand where it was rebranded with the more appealing name in the 1960s to improve marketing. It is one of the few commercially important nightshade fruits other than tomatoes — it grows on a tree rather than a vine.

Portions & nutrition

Serving (small dog)
1-2 teaspoons of flesh
Serving (medium dog)
1-2 tablespoons of flesh
Serving (large dog)
2-3 tablespoons of flesh
Calories (per 100g)
31
Safe frequency
Occasional

Source

Source: AKC

What You Need to Know

Tamarillo is a nightshade relative sometimes called tree tomato. The flesh is tangy and nutritious but the skin is intensely bitter and should be removed. Feed in small amounts. Not a common fruit but safe in moderation.

This food requires care — if your dog has eaten a large amount read our emergency guide

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Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a licensed veterinarian before making dietary changes for your pet.