Overview
Caution. Cherry plums contain beneficial vitamins and minerals, but their safety for dogs hasn’t been thoroughly studied. Most importantly, the pits should never be given to dogs, as they pose a serious health risk.
Can dogs eat Cherry plums?
Benefits
- Cherry plums are rich in potassium, phosphate, and calcium, promoting healthy metabolism and a healthy nervous system.
- Cherry plums are also a good source of vitamins C and B complex, strengthening the immune system.
Risks
- The cherry plum plant is not listed as toxic fruit for dogs, but it belongs to a family of plants that produce hydrogen cyanide, which can cause respiratory failure when ingested in large amounts.
- The pits of the cherry plums are a choking hazard to dogs.
- Cherry plums are known to be eaten by wild birds; however, there are no direct studies that have been done on the suitability of feeding cherry plums to dogs.
Servings
- Never give cherry plum seeds to dogs.
