Lime
fruits
🐕 Safety Analysis — Dogs
Lime flesh has high citric acid that irritates the stomach. Peel contains toxic essential oils.
Symptoms to Watch For
Vomiting, diarrhea, excessive drooling, tremors (if peel ingested)
🐱 Safety Analysis — Cats
Lime contains citric acid and toxic essential oils in the peel for cats.
Symptoms to Watch For
Vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, skin irritation
Recommended Portions
Reference unit: Just 2-3 drops of juice (mixed in food)
🐕 Small dog (<10 kg)
Not recommended
🐕 Medium dog (10–25 kg)
2-3 drops of juice mixed in food
🐕 Large dog (>25 kg)
2-3 drops of juice mixed in food
Recommended frequency: Should not be given
Caution
Peel is absolutely toxic
Additional Notes
Not recommended for dogs or cats. Peel is toxic.
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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