Fruits: what's safe, what isn't.
Most plain fruits are low-allergy treats — but a few are genuinely dangerous, and seeds, pits and rinds cause problems even with 'safe' ones.
- CherriesNever feed
Pits contain cyanide and can obstruct the gut — skip entirely.
- Grapes, raisins & currantsNever feed
Can cause sudden kidney failure even in tiny amounts. Never feed.
- AvocadoCan trigger
Flesh is low-risk, but the pit and persin make it best avoided.
- OrangeCan trigger
A little is fine, but the acidity and sugar bother some dogs.
- Peach (no pit)Can trigger
Flesh is okay, but the pit holds cyanide and can obstruct.
- Apple (no core/seeds)Usually safe
Crunchy and vitamin-rich; the core and seeds must come out.
- BananaUsually safe
Soft, sweet and easy — in moderation, as it's high in sugar.
- BlueberriesUsually safe
Antioxidant-packed and low-calorie — great training treats.
- Watermelon (no seeds/rind)Usually safe
Hydrating treat; seeds and rind can cause blockages.
- StrawberriesUsually safe
Sweet and vitamin-C-rich — a fine treat in moderation.
- Mango (no pit)Usually safe
Soft and sweet; remove the pit and skin first.
- PineappleUsually safe
Fresh chunks are okay in small amounts (high in sugar).
- Pear (no seeds)Usually safe
Fibre-rich treat — remove the core and seeds.
Single plain fruits make good low-risk trial treats — but add one at a time so a reaction points to one thing.
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Educational only — not veterinary advice, and not a diagnosis. “Never feed” items are toxic; if your dog eats one, contact your vet or an animal poison line immediately.