Is popcorn safe for dogs?

Plain popcorn probably won't harm your dog, but limit portions and don't make it a habit. Additives like butter, salt and artificial flavors are best avoided. Prevent your pet from swallowing kernels. Overweight dogs shouldn't eat salted and buttered foods like popcorn. read more

For dogs, high levels of fat and sodium typically found in popcorn can lead to dehydration in the short term, and obesity in the long term. In addition, the hard, un-popped kernels can hurt teeth and gums on the way in. read more

Naturally, dogs derive more benefit from proteins found in meat, but again, in small amounts, proteins from popcorn are not detrimental to their health. Other strains of corn and cornmeal are typical ingredients in commercially available dog food, meant to supplement and fill out kibbles. read more

Popcorn can be safe for dogs if given to them as a rare treat. Feeding your dog a single plain fully popped popcorn piece isn’t going to do any damage. However, it is best to avoid the salty and buttery popcorn variety. read more