Can dogs eat Guelder rose berries?

can dogs eat guelder rose berriesNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No, dogs should not eat guelder rose berries. Many parts of the guelder rose berry plant is highly toxic, particularly its bark and leaves. Even the berries themselves are mildly poisonous to dogs if consumed raw. They can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

Risks

health-risks
  • Guelder rose berries are mildly toxic to dogs and can cause stomach upset when eaten raw. Excessive consumption can cause diarrhea and vomiting.
  • Guelder rose berries have a sour and bitter taste which is unpalatable to dogs.
  • The berries are often used to make jellies and preserves, which have high sugar content and are not recommended for dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Don't feed your dogs raw guelder rose berries as they are sour, astringent, and mildly toxic.
  • Cooking the guelder rose berries can reduce the toxicity; however, it is not recommended to give to dogs as a treat.

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