Mandarin peel can also cause gastrointestinal upset as it's hard for the canine digestive system to break it down. This could lead to issues such as dog vomiting and diarrhoea. The peel and pith also contain the essential oils limonene and linalool which are toxic to dogs.
Can dogs eat mandarin orange peels?
Can my dog eat orange peels? No. Dogs should not eat the orange's peel, the white film on the orange's flesh or any other plant part. “It's extremely important to remove all traces of skin, pith and seeds as these parts may contain toxic compounds,” Dempsey explains.
Are citrus peels toxic to dogs?
Not all dogs enjoy the tart taste of an orange. Other dogs will eat anything you put in front of them, including both the fruit and the orange peel. Orange peels are not toxic, however they can become lodged in your dog's digestive tract, causing an obstruction and requiring surgery to correct.
Can dogs eat clementine peel?
Maybe. Citrus fruits like clementines, oranges, and tangerines aren't toxic to dogs, but the canine digestive system isn't designed to process fruits. A small citrus fruit like a clementine, without its peel, shouldn't cause a problem.
Are tangerine peels toxic to dogs?
Essential oils found in the peel and pith are toxic to dogs and need to be avoided. The seeds contain trace amounts of cyanide, so they should be removed before giving your dog any tangerine flesh. The citric acid found in tangerines can cause digestive upset in many dogs.
