Overview
Yes, fully ripened sapodilla is good for dogs to eat. Sapodilla are dense with fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and copper. But the seeds and skin of sapodilla, as well as the unripe fruit, contain harmful toxins.
Can dogs eat Sapodilla?
Benefits
- Sapodilla, also known as Sapota, Chikoo, or Naseberry, is rich in vitamin A and vitamin C, which boost a dog's immune system.
- The fruit has anti-inflammatory properties that help prevent chronic diseases in dogs.
Risks
- The seeds of sapodilla contain cyanide, which is poisonous to dogs.
- The seeds are a choking hazard and may cause intestinal obstruction.
- The rough skin contains saponins, which are plant-derived chemicals. They are toxic to dogs and may cause vomiting and stomach upset.
- Unripe sapodilla contains latex and tannins, which may trigger allergic reactions in dogs, and cause mouth sores.
Servings
- Unripe sapodilla and the fruit's skin and seeds should never be given to dogs.
