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What will happen if a dog eats apple seeds?

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Apple seeds contain a small amount of cyanide which is released when they're broken or chewed. Just swallowing a few apple pips is unlikely to cause your dog any harm, but it's best to remove them and avoid the risk. 16 мая 2019 г.


How many apple seeds can hurt a dog?

According to ASPCA Poison Control, a medium size dog would have to not only ingest but literally chew up 85 grams of apple seeds in order to ingest a toxic amount. That equates to the amount (and ground up seeds) of 200 apples. That's a lot of fruit and belly ache of enormous proportion!

What do I do if my dog ate apple seeds?

If your dog ate an apple core and is reacting adversely, contact your local veterinarian immediately. Apples are one of the many fruits that are safe for dogs to eat. Many dogs absolutely love apples, and just the sight of them can get a dog to drool in a few seconds.

Are the seeds of an apple poisonous to dogs?

Keep the seeds far, far away from your precious pooch: the seeds contain a small amount of cyanide, a toxin, which can harm your dog in large doses. The tough apple core, and the stem, could also choke your dog.

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