Dogs · Nuts & Seeds

Can dogs eat macadamia nuts?

Not safe severity: severe

The problem compound: unknown (unique canine syndrome). For: dogs.

A dog-only toxicity (cats seem unaffected in practice) with a mechanism science hasn't fully cracked. Found in cookies and white-chocolate macadamia clusters — double trouble.

Symptoms to watch

hind-end weaknessvomitingtremorsfeverstumbling

Sources: ASPCA Animal Poison Control + Merck Veterinary Manual. Reference information — not a substitute for your veterinarian, who knows your pet's history.

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