Are pickles safe for dogs?

Now that the big warning has been given, sodium makes pickles in general a touchy food for dogs. They don't really need the extra sodium that pickles contain. While an occasional slice will do no harm, it's best not to give them to the dog on purpose. Dill pickles have also raised questions for this reason. read more

If you are wondering if pickles are poisonous to dogs, it all depends on the mix of ingredients used during the cooking process. Avoid pickles that are heavily spiced as they often contain seasonings which include substances toxic to dogs, risking an upset stomach. read more

There are a couple of things to watch out for when your dog gets into pickles. One is what they were cooked with - if they were cooked at all - and the sodium. read more