{"id":138452,"date":"2022-07-11T15:19:50","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T15:19:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T15:19:50","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T15:19:50","slug":"what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/","title":{"rendered":"What happens if a dog eats nut?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_nut\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats nut?\">What happens if a dog eats nut?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_nuts_are_bad_for_dogs\" title=\"What nuts are bad for dogs?\">What nuts are bad for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_one_nut\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats one nut?\">What happens if a dog eats one nut?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Can_one_nut_hurt_a_dog\" title=\"Can one nut hurt a dog?\">Can one nut hurt a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Which_nut_is_toxic_to_dogs\" title=\"Which nut is toxic to dogs?\">Which nut is toxic to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_nuts_can_dogs_eat_safely\" title=\"What nuts can dogs eat safely?\">What nuts can dogs eat safely?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Can_dogs_eat_any_nuts\" title=\"Can dogs eat any nuts?\">Can dogs eat any nuts?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_one_almond\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats one almond?\">What happens if a dog eats one almond?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_nuts_are_lethal_to_dogs\" title=\"What nuts are lethal to dogs?\">What nuts are lethal to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Can_1_peanut_hurt_a_dog\" title=\"Can 1 peanut hurt a dog?\">Can 1 peanut hurt a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_one_pecan\" title=\"What happens if a dog eats one pecan?\">What happens if a dog eats one pecan?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_nuts_are_poisonous_to_dogs\" title=\"What nuts are poisonous to dogs?\">What nuts are poisonous to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Are_all_nuts_poisonous_to_dogs\" title=\"Are all nuts poisonous to dogs?\">Are all nuts poisonous to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_nuts_can_dogs_eat_and_not_eat\" title=\"What nuts can dogs eat and not eat?\">What nuts can dogs eat and not eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Can_dogs_eat_walnuts_or_pecans\" title=\"Can dogs eat walnuts or pecans?\">Can dogs eat walnuts or pecans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_nuts_are_not_good_for_dogs\" title=\"What nuts are not good for dogs?\">What nuts are not good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#What_nuts_can_a_dog_eat\" title=\"What nuts can a dog eat?\">What nuts can a dog eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Are_some_nuts_toxic_to_dogs\" title=\"Are some nuts toxic to dogs?\">Are some nuts toxic to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Which_nuts_are_poisonous_to_dogs\" title=\"Which nuts are poisonous to dogs?\">Which nuts are poisonous to dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-if-a-dog-eats-nut\/#Can_dog_dogs_eat_nuts\" title=\"Can dog dogs eat nuts?\">Can dog dogs eat nuts?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_nut\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats nut?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Nuts can cause dogs to have <b>an upset stomach, diarrhea, and neurological signs like tremors. While these signs are usually self-limiting and go away on their own, seeking veterinary medical attention if you see these signs is a good idea.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_nuts_are_bad_for_dogs\"><\/span>What nuts are bad for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Nuts That Are Toxic for Pets or Should Be Avoided<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Macadamia nuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Black walnuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Old and moldy walnuts  Very toxic to dogs and cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Raw Cashews  Should be avoided for dogs and toxic for cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Pistachios  Should be avoided for dogs and cats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_one_nut\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats one nut?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Nuts can cause dogs to have <b>an upset stomach, diarrhea, and neurological signs like tremors. While these signs are usually self-limiting and go away on their own, seeking veterinary medical attention if you see these signs is a good idea.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_one_nut_hurt_a_dog\"><\/span>Can one nut hurt a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Macadamia: <b>A single macadamia nut can seriously harm your dog&#8217;s health. Almonds: Dogs cannot properly digest the proteins present these (and many other nuts), and aflatoxins are poisonous substances found in crops and nuts, like almonds, pistachios, and Brazil nuts.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_nut_is_toxic_to_dogs\"><\/span>Which nut is toxic to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>macadamia nuts<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_nuts_can_dogs_eat_safely\"><\/span>What nuts can dogs eat safely?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What Nuts Can Dogs Eat?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cashews. According to dog food brand Ollie, cashews are OK for dogs to eat in small quantities.  <\/li>\n<li>Chestnuts. 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.  <\/li>\n<li>Peanuts.  <\/li>\n<li>Pecans.  <\/li>\n<li>Pistachios.  <\/li>\n<li>Almonds.  <\/li>\n<li>Brazil nuts.  <\/li>\n<li>Hazelnuts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_eat_any_nuts\"><\/span>Can dogs eat any nuts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No, feeding your dog nuts is not generally considered a good idea. Macadamia nuts and black walnuts are toxic to dogs, and the results can be fatal. Even if the kind of nut you have in mind is not harmful to your dog, the high-fat content can make them ill if they eat too many.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_one_almond\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats one almond?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Macadamia: <b>A single macadamia nut can seriously harm your dog&#8217;s health. Almonds: Dogs cannot properly digest the proteins present these (and many other nuts), and aflatoxins are poisonous substances found in crops and nuts, like almonds, pistachios, and Brazil nuts.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_nuts_are_lethal_to_dogs\"><\/span>What nuts are lethal to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While many dogs love the taste of almonds, consuming them can cause <b>gastric intestinal distress. If your dog accidentally eats a few, be on the lookout for these symptoms: Vomiting. Diarrhea.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_1_peanut_hurt_a_dog\"><\/span>Can 1 peanut hurt a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Nuts can cause dogs to have <b>an upset stomach, diarrhea, and neurological signs like tremors. While these signs are usually self-limiting and go away on their own, seeking veterinary medical attention if you see these signs is a good idea.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_eats_one_pecan\"><\/span>What happens if a dog eats one pecan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The good news: <b>peanuts are not considered toxic to dogs. However, it&#8217;s important to understand that while peanuts are safe to use in dog cookies and other treats, they are high in fat. Dogs have a more difficult time digesting fat. A high concentration of fat can cause an upset stomach, including diarrhea and vomiting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_nuts_are_poisonous_to_dogs\"><\/span>What nuts are poisonous to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Nuts That Are Toxic for Pets or Should Be Avoided<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Macadamia nuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Black walnuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Old and moldy walnuts  Very toxic to dogs and cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Raw Cashews  Should be avoided for dogs and toxic for cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Pistachios  Should be avoided for dogs and cats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_all_nuts_poisonous_to_dogs\"><\/span>Are all nuts poisonous to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Not all nuts are toxic to dogs, but almost all nuts are high in fat. This can lead to obesity and pancreatic issues in dogs. Feeding your dog salted nuts can also lead to water retention and other complications, and some nuts, like almonds, are potential choking hazards.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_nuts_can_dogs_eat_and_not_eat\"><\/span>What nuts can dogs eat and not eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What Nuts Can Dogs Eat?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cashews. According to dog food brand Ollie, cashews are OK for dogs to eat in small quantities.  <\/li>\n<li>Chestnuts. 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.  <\/li>\n<li>Peanuts.  <\/li>\n<li>Pecans.  <\/li>\n<li>Pistachios.  <\/li>\n<li>Almonds.  <\/li>\n<li>Brazil nuts.  <\/li>\n<li>Hazelnuts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_eat_walnuts_or_pecans\"><\/span>Can dogs eat walnuts or pecans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Both pecans and walnuts are likely to contain the toxic compound juglone. They can also carry several different molds on them that can cause severe gastrointestinal distress and neurological signs in your dog. While these molds and toxins are not typically dangerous to humans, they can be deadly for dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_nuts_are_not_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>What nuts are not good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Nuts That Are Toxic for Pets or Should Be Avoided<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Macadamia nuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Black walnuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Old and moldy walnuts  Very toxic to dogs and cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Raw Cashews  Should be avoided for dogs and toxic for cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Pistachios  Should be avoided for dogs and cats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_nuts_can_a_dog_eat\"><\/span>What nuts can a dog eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What Nuts Can Dogs Eat?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cashews. According to dog food brand Ollie, cashews are OK for dogs to eat in small quantities.  <\/li>\n<li>Chestnuts. 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.  <\/li>\n<li>Peanuts.  <\/li>\n<li>Pecans.  <\/li>\n<li>Pistachios.  <\/li>\n<li>Almonds.  <\/li>\n<li>Brazil nuts.  <\/li>\n<li>Hazelnuts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_some_nuts_toxic_to_dogs\"><\/span>Are some nuts toxic to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Nuts Can Be Dangerous for Dogs. <b>Cashews, almonds, walnuts, and other common nuts contain a high amount of fat, which dogs can&#8217;t digest easily. High-fat foods like nuts can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) in our pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_nuts_are_poisonous_to_dogs\"><\/span>Which nuts are poisonous to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Nuts That Are Toxic for Pets or Should Be Avoided<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Macadamia nuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Black walnuts  Very toxic to dogs.  <\/li>\n<li>Old and moldy walnuts  Very toxic to dogs and cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Raw Cashews  Should be avoided for dogs and toxic for cats.  <\/li>\n<li>Pistachios  Should be avoided for dogs and cats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dog_dogs_eat_nuts\"><\/span>Can dog dogs eat nuts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They Are High in Calories and Can Cause Weight Gain For dogs that are overweight or prone to weight gain, <b>nuts should be avoided, as there are much lower calorie human foods that could be given as treats instead, like green beans or air-popped popcorn that&#8217;s free of butter and salt.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What happens if a dog eats nut?What nuts are bad for dogs?What happens if a dog eats one nut?Can one nut hurt a dog?Which nut is toxic to dogs?What nuts can dogs eat safely?Can dogs eat any nuts?What happens if a dog eats one almond?What nuts are lethal to dogs?Can 1 peanut&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138452"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=138452"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138452\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=138452"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=138452"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=138452"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}