Can dogs eat eggnog? No, eggnog is traditionally made with ingredients that are poisonous to dogs, such as alcohol and nutmeg. This drink also contains milk and cream, which are full of lactose that can incite digestive issues, particularly in lactose-intolerant dogs.
Risks
Making eggnog involves using milk and cream as ingredients. Both have lactose that is particularly unsuitable for lactose-intolerant dogs.
Laden with sugar and fats, eggnog can contribute to the manifestation of obesity, pancreatitis, and periodontal diseases in dogs.
Other ingredients used in eggnog are nutmeg and alcohol, which are highly toxic to dogs.