Why do dogs react to lemon?

But animal rights groups have said that the dogs' strange reactions might be because citrus fruits contain chemicals that are poisonous to them – and owners are putting their pets at risk. ... 'Citrus fruits such as lemons and limes are unpleasant for dogs and can cause vomiting, diarrhoea and depression.Mar 10, 2015 read more

People may think that the dogs' reactions in these videos are cute - but the reality is very different,' a spokesperson said. 'People may think that the dogs' reactions in these videos are cute - but the reality is very different,' a spokesperson said. read more

Most likely, the issue is not an issue of the lemon per se’ but it’s highly acidic nature. It looks like the majority of dogs find the citrus fruit repulsive causing them to react in odd ways when they’re exposed to them. Some dogs will whine, pucker up or back away and some may be so disgusted they’ll drool. read more