Overview
The leaves of the monkey fruit tree are used as animal feed, but it remains unclear if the fruit itself is completely safe for canines to consume because of the lack of research.
Can dogs eat Monkey fruit?
Benefits
- Monkey fruit is a good source of vitamin C and beta-carotene, strengthening the immune system and preventing heart diseases.
Risks
- Monkey fruit seeds can cause choking and intestinal obstruction in dogs.
- The leaves of the monkey fruit trees are used as animal feed; however, there are no direct studies that have been done on the suitability of feeding the fruit to dogs.
