Almonds have always been a great snack for us. However, as responsible dog guardians we wonder, can dogs eat almonds? If you want to know the answer to this question, read all the way till the end. If you are a dog guardian who loves to stay updated with the latest news and information about dog care, you have come to the right place. Please subscribe so that I can send you notifications about the latest articles in your inbox.
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Can dogs eat almonds?
Can dogs eat almonds? Why are almonds such villains?
Even though there are a lot of dogs who love the taste of this dry fruit, consuming almonds can cause severe gastrointestinal distress in dogs. In case you notice that your dog has eaten a few almonds, keep an eye out for the following symptoms.
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- General discomfort
- Lethargy
- Gas
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Like other packaged nuts, almonds are most often heavily salted. If your dog consumes a few almonds, this excess of salt can increase your dog’s water retention. This condition can be very dangerous for dogs who are suffering from heart diseases.
As with any kind of food, your dog may have an allergic reaction towards almonds. Even though this is seen rarely, ingestion of almonds may lead to anaphylaxis which is a life-threatening condition. If you notice signs of an allergic reaction in your dog like coughing, hives, sneezing, swelling or difficulty in breathing, do not delay and contact your vet immediately.
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Water retention issues
Potential allergy problems
Can dogs eat almond-flavored products?
It has been observed that dogs enjoy the taste of almonds, especially flavored ones. However, since almonds can cause life-threatening conditions to your dog, it is advised that you keep almonds as far away from your dog as possible. It is your responsibility as the dog guardian to make sure that your dog does not get to eat almonds.
Now you have the answer to, ‘can dogs eat almonds’ as well as the potential health hazards almonds can cause. The next thing to understand here is what should you do as a dog guardian in case your dog consumes almonds.
How to proceed if your dog eats almonds?
However, if you are worried that your dog may have consumed up an entire bag of almonds, the best way to deal with the situation would be to induce vomiting in your dog. This treatment is most effective if the almonds have been eaten within the last 30 minutes.
To induce vomiting in your dog, you can use hydrogen peroxide. This must be done under the supervision of your veterinarian or personnel from the poison control department. If you are not sure as to when the nuts were eaten by your dog or if you are unable to induce vomiting, the only option you are left with is to monitor your dog for any indication of illness. If you are worried and can take your dog to the vet. If you are staying at home and monitoring your dog and you notice that your dog suddenly becomes ill, call your veterinarian and take your dog to the veterinarian as soon as possible.
If your dog ate a few almonds and you do not observe any sign of bloating, gagging, choking, discomfort or vomiting, then you may watch your pup and keep an eye out for any signs of discomfort in your dog. Under such conditions, your dog will most likely be okay and not suffer from a serious health condition.
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Conclusion
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