Overview
Can dogs eat lemongrass? No, lemongrass is mildly toxic to dogs. It possesses cyanogenic glycosides and essential oils that can prompt digestive issues if consumed excessively. Lemongrass may also trigger allergies in some dogs.
Can dogs eat Lemongrass?
Risks
- Lemongrass is on the ASPCA's toxic plant list. Lemongrass contains cyanogenic glycosides and essential oils that are toxic to dogs.
- The toxicity level of lemongrass is mild, so a dog ingesting small amounts of lemongrass shouldn't cause any health concerns; however, when eaten in large quantities, lemongrass can cause stomach upset and gastrointestinal distress and blockage in dogs.
- Lemongrass may trigger an allergic reaction and cause skin irritation in some dogs.
