Overview
Yes, dogs can eat cherries but with caution, while the flesh of cherries is not harmful to dogs, the cherries’ pits and stems contain cyanide. Removing these parts will avert the dangers of cherry poisoning in dogs.
Can dogs eat Cherries?
Benefits
- Cherries have antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
- Cherries are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium that benefits a dog's overall health.
Risks
- Although the fruit's flesh is non-toxic to dogs, the leaves of the cherry tree, the stems, and the pits of the cherries contain cyanide that is toxic to dogs.
Servings
- Take extreme caution, prepare the fruit, and only give cherry flesh to your dog as an occasional treat.
