Are almonds bad for dogs?

Dogs love the taste of almonds, particularly the flavored variety (jalapeno, barbecued, smoked, vanilla, cinnamon, etc.). While not toxic, almonds are not easily digested can give your dog an upset stomach and create gastric intestinal distress. read more

If there are no signs of choking, gagging, bloating, vomiting, or discomfort, and you believe your dog only ingested a few almonds, the dog is most likely okay and can be watched at home, says Dr. Richard Goldstein. “Dogs do not get the nutritional benefit from almonds that we do and they can cause harm. read more

The short answer is yes. While almonds aren’t toxic to dogs, says Goldstein, they can pose potential health problems for dogs and should be avoided. The Potential Dangers of Almonds for Dogs. Here are a few hazards that might come along with your pup chomping down on an almond. read more