Dates
fruits
🐕 Safety Analysis — Dogs
Date flesh is safe but extremely high in sugar. Seeds are dangerous and may cause intestinal blockage.
Symptoms to Watch For
Diarrhea, blood sugar spike. Seeds may cause intestinal blockage.
🐱 Safety Analysis — Cats
Date flesh is safe in very small amounts. Very high sugar for cats.
Symptoms to Watch For
Diarrhea, high blood sugar
Recommended Portions
Reference unit: 1/2-1 date
🐕 Small dog (<10 kg)
1/2 date (small dogs)
🐕 Medium dog (10–25 kg)
1 date (medium dogs)
🐕 Large dog (>25 kg)
1-2 dates (large dogs)
Recommended frequency: Occasionally only
Caution
Very high sugar, not suitable for diabetic dogs
Additional Notes
Always remove pits. Give in very small amounts due to high sugar.
This is general guidance only. Each pet is different. Consult a veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
View Emergency GuideInformation sourced from ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center and veterinary research.
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