Yes, pesto can be fed to dogs, but make sure it does not contain harmful ingredients. Pesto ingredients often contains cheese, garlic, and onions. These ingredients are not only unhealthy but also dangerous to dogs. They may cause health issues, including digestive upset and even poisoning.
Risks
Pesto contains olive oil, cheese, garlic, and pine nuts that may irritate a dog's stomach and cause digestive issues.
Servings
If your dog has consumed a small amount of pesto, it is less likely to cause any immediate health concern; however, pesto for human consumption is not recommended to be given to dogs.