Fruits Dogs Can and Can't Eat

Quick safety groups

Use the groups below to separate plain fruit treats from caution, avoid, and emergency foods.

Common fruits dogs ask about36 Other fruits93 Use caution4 Avoid8

Grapes and raisins are toxic to dogs

Do not feed grapes or raisins. If exposure happened, contact a veterinarian or pet poison control center instead of waiting for symptoms.

Review toxic foods

Fruit parts and products to watch

Remove pits, large seeds, cores, stems, peels, and rinds when the detail page recommends it.

Avoid dried, candied, syrup-packed, baked, or dessert versions unless the page specifically says they are appropriate.

Watch fruit products for xylitol, chocolate, raisins, alcohol, high sugar, and unsafe add-ins.

Keep portions small; fruit should not replace a balanced dog diet.

Common fruits dogs ask about

High-demand fruit pages first, with plain-form serving notes.

Strawberries

SMALL AMOUNT Offer one small berry or a few small pieces for a small dog, and a few berries for a larger dog, only as an occasional treat. Too much fruit can cause stomach upset or extra sugar intake.

Bananas

SMALL AMOUNT For most healthy adult dogs, offer one or two thin slices for a small dog or a few slices for a larger dog, only occasionally. Do not use bananas as a meal replacement or a daily large snack.

Blueberries

SMALL AMOUNT Use a few blueberries for small dogs and a small handful for larger dogs as an occasional treat. Keep them plain and count them as treats, not a replacement for balanced dog food.

Apples

SMALL AMOUNT Offer a few thin slices or small cubes, adjusted to your dog size, as an occasional treat. Avoid large servings because apples add fiber and natural sugar.

Watermelon

SMALL AMOUNT Offer a few small cubes for a small dog or several cubes for a larger dog as an occasional watery treat. Too much watermelon can cause diarrhea because it is high in water and natural sugar.

Pineapple

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Pineapple to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Oranges

SMALL AMOUNT For a small dog, offer one small segment or less; for a large dog, one or two segments is a conservative occasional limit. Do not feed oranges daily, and avoid them for dogs with sensitive stomachs, diabetes, weight-control plans, or citrus intolerance unless your veterinarian approves.

Mango

SMALL AMOUNT For a small dog, offer one tiny cube; for a large dog, a few small cubes occasionally is enough. Mango is sugary, so do not feed it daily and avoid it for dogs with diabetes, obesity, or strict weight-control plans unless your veterinarian approves.

Cantaloupe

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cantaloupe to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cherries

SMALL AMOUNT Do not feed whole cherries. If you choose to offer cherry flesh, it should be a tiny plain piece with every pit, stem, and leaf removed, but safer fruits are usually a better choice.

Peaches

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Peaches to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Blackberries

SMALL AMOUNT Start with one or two berries for a small dog and only a small handful for a large dog. Treats, including fruit, should stay a small part of the daily diet rather than replace a meal.

Pears

SMALL AMOUNT For a small dog, start with one bite-size slice; for a larger dog, offer a few small slices. A whole pear is too much for most dogs as a treat and can upset the stomach.

Raspberries

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Raspberries to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Coconut

SMALL AMOUNT Offer only a tiny piece of plain unsweetened coconut flesh occasionally, if your dog tolerates it. Avoid large amounts, sweetened flakes, coconut candy, and rich coconut milk or oil servings.

Cranberries

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cranberries to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Kiwi

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Kiwi to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Dates

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Dates to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Papaya

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Papaya to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Plums

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Plums to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Pomegranate

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Pomegranate to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Figs

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Figs to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Watermelon Rind

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Watermelon Rind to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Apple

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Apple to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Dragon Fruit

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Dragon Fruit to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Mandarin Oranges

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Mandarin Oranges to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Mandarins

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Mandarins to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Nectarines

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Nectarines to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Green Apples

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Green Apples to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Melon

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Melon to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Tangerines

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Tangerines to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cranberry

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cranberry to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Lemons

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Lemons to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Persimmons

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Persimmons to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Plantains

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Plantains to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Apricots

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Apricots to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Other fruits

Additional fruit pages that are still part of the fruit index.

Grapefruit

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Grapefruit to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Strawberry

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Strawberry to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Dried Cranberries

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Dried Cranberries to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Fruit

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Fruit to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Green Grapes

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Green Grapes to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Guava

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Guava to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Pear

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Pear to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Berries

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Berries to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Clementines

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Clementines to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Lemon

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Lemon to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Orange Peels

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Orange Peels to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Pineapples

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Pineapples to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Prunes

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Prunes to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Dried Mango

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Dried Mango to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cherry

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cherry to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Orange

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Orange to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Banana Peels

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Banana Peels to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cantalope

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cantalope to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Limes

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Limes to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Peach

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Peach to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Peaches And Nectarines

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Peaches And Nectarines to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Scallops

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Scallops to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Spam

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Spam to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Sushi

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Sushi to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Vinegar

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Vinegar to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Yellow Squash

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Yellow Squash to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Apple Cores

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Apple Cores to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cantelope

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cantelope to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Caramel

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Caramel to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cherries Without Pits

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cherries Without Pits to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Craisins

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Craisins to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cuties

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cuties to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Dill

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Dill to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Guacamole

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Guacamole to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Hotdogs

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Hotdogs to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Imitation Crab

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Imitation Crab to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Jalapenos

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Jalapenos to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Kiwi Fruit

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Kiwi Fruit to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Lamb

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Lamb to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Mayo

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Mayo to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Oregano

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Oregano to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Oreos

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Oreos to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Raspberry

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Raspberry to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Seafood

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Seafood to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Spaghetti Squash

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Spaghetti Squash to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Strawberry Tops

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Strawberry Tops to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Watermelons

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Watermelons to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Weenies

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Weenies to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Dried Apricots

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Dried Apricots to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Bananas Peels

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Bananas Peels to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Bean Sprouts

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Bean Sprouts to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Blueberry

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Blueberry to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Bologna

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Bologna to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cheetos

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cheetos to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Chickpea

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Chickpea to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Citrus

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Citrus to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Clams

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Clams to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cod

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cod to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cooked Cabbage

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cooked Cabbage to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Fig Newtons

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Fig Newtons to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Liver

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Liver to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Maple Syrup

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Maple Syrup to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Nutella

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Nutella to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Pepto Bismol

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Pepto Bismol to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Pesto

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Pesto to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Popsicles

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Popsicles to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Pumpkin Puree

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Pumpkin Puree to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Ranch

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Ranch to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Rasberries

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Rasberries to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Rhubarb

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Rhubarb to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Rocket

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Rocket to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Sausages

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Sausages to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Syrup

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Syrup to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Thyme

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Thyme to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Twizzlers

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Twizzlers to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Aloe

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Aloe to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Artichoke Hearts

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Artichoke Hearts to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Asian Pears

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Asian Pears to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Barley

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Barley to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Biscuits

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Biscuits to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Brussels Sprouts

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Brussels Sprouts to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cabbage Cooked

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cabbage Cooked to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Cantaloupe Melon

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Cantaloupe Melon to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Chorizo

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Chorizo to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Curry

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Curry to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Green Olives

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Green Olives to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Jackfruit

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Jackfruit to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Jerky

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Jerky to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Kiwis

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Kiwis to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Lychee

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Lychee to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Mussels

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Mussels to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Paprika

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Paprika to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Parsnips

SMALL AMOUNT Keep Parsnips to a small occasional amount, adjusted for your dog's size and normal diet.

Use caution

Preparation, amount, health history, or uncertain evidence changes the answer.

Applesauce

ASK YOUR VET Ask a vet first. Serving Applesauce with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Honeydew

ASK YOUR VET Ask a vet first. Serving Honeydew with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Honeydew Melon

ASK YOUR VET Ask a vet first. Serving Honeydew Melon with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Baby Food

ASK YOUR VET Ask a vet first. Serving Baby Food with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Avoid

Fruit forms or fruit-like products with avoidable risk.

Avocado

AVOID Avoid. Treating avocado flesh as a routine healthy fat for dogs.

Watermelon Peel

AVOID Avoid. Serving Watermelon Peel with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Apple Skin

AVOID Avoid. Serving Apple Skin with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Mango Skin

AVOID Avoid. Serving Mango Skin with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Spicy Food

AVOID Avoid. Serving Spicy Food with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Apple Sauce

AVOID Avoid. Serving Apple Sauce with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Zucchini Raw

AVOID Avoid. Serving Zucchini Raw with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.

Apples With Skin

AVOID Avoid. Serving Apples With Skin with salt, spices, sauces, oils, or sweeteners.