Can dogs eat Ackee?

can dogs eat ackeeNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No. Ackee is highly toxic to dogs. The arils, seeds, and husks, especially from unripe fruit, contain hypoglycin, a dangerous toxin that can lead to severe digestive issues, hypoglycemia, seizures, and even death. Never allow your dog to consume any part of this fruit.

Risks

health-risks
  • If not prepared or cooked properly, ackee can cause Jamaican Vomiting Sickness, which could eventually lead to a fatal result.
  • Unripe ackee is toxic to dogs even when it's cooked.
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