Dog lovers tend to worry about the things their canine family members might ingest - whether that's what kibble brand they choose, avoiding chocolate within snout's reach or acorns. However, veterinarians say acorns generally aren't harmful for pooches, unless consumed in large quantities.
October 13, 2022
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Should you keep dogs away from acorns?
Every dog owner knows the difficulty of keeping their curious canines from eating just about anything they can find, and, with fall in full swing, scattered acorns are likely to catch plenty of pets’ attention. So, does eating acorns pose a risk to a dog’s health? Dr. Erin Ray, a clinical assistant professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, says that, generally, acorns are not toxic to dogs. “Most dogs would need to ingest large quantities of acorns over a long period of time to become sick,” Ray said...