Caution Almonds
Veterinary organisations generally classify almonds as unsuitable for dogs due to digestive difficulty, high fat content, and choking or obstruction risks, even though they are not considered toxic in the same way as macadamia nuts.
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Caution Cashews
Veterinary pet-care sources state that cashews are not toxic to dogs, but they are high in fat and are often salted or seasoned, which may contribute to digestive upset and other health concerns.
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Caution Chestnuts
Veterinary pet-care sources state that chestnuts themselves are not toxic to dogs, but they can be difficult to digest and present choking or obstruction risks, especially when eaten whole or in larger amounts.
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Caution Hazelnuts
Veterinary and pet-nutrition sources generally describe hazelnuts as non-toxic to dogs, but note risks related to choking, high fat content, and digestive upset.
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Toxic Macadamia Nuts
Veterinary toxicology organisations classify macadamia nuts as toxic to dogs because ingestion has been linked to weakness, tremors, vomiting, and other neurological signs.
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Caution Nut Butter
Veterinary and pet-safety sources describe some nut butters as non-toxic to dogs, but warn about serious risks from xylitol and concerns related to fat, salt, and added ingredients.
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Caution Peanut Butter
Veterinary organisations note that plain peanut butter is generally safe for dogs, but caution is required because some products contain xylitol or high levels of sugar, fat, or salt.
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Caution Peanuts
Veterinary and pet-nutrition sources describe peanuts as not toxic to dogs but note risks related to high fat content, salt, and added ingredients commonly found in processed peanut products.
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Toxic Pecans
Veterinary and pet-safety sources classify pecans as unsafe for dogs due to their high fat content and the risk of mycotoxin contamination, which can cause serious illness.
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Toxic Pistachios
Veterinary and pet-safety sources classify pistachios as unsafe for dogs due to risks from mold-related mycotoxins, high fat content, salt, and the potential for gastrointestinal obstruction from shells.
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Caution Sesame Seeds
Veterinary and pet-nutrition sources describe sesame seeds as not toxic to dogs, while noting potential digestive upset due to fat content and the way seeds are commonly prepared or used.
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Caution Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower seeds are not considered toxic to dogs, but veterinary sources note concerns related to shells, salt, and fat content commonly found in packaged varieties.
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Caution Walnuts
Veterinary organisations note that while English walnuts are not classified as highly toxic, they can cause digestive upset, and moldy walnuts may contain tremorgenic mycotoxins that are dangerous for dogs.
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