Can dogs eat Fluted pumpkin?

Overview

Caution. While fluted pumpkin is rich in iron, protein, and antioxidants, it’s not considered fully safe for dogs. Its leaves, stems, roots, and seeds contain cyanide, which is toxic to dogs. Plus, there’s limited research on its overall safety for canine consumption, so it’s best to avoid offering it unless advised by a vet.

Benefits

Fluted pumpkin is rich in iron which helps in preventing anemia.
Fluted pumpkin is high in protein and fat.
They have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that boost the immune system to protect against cancer and other chronic diseases.

Risks

The matured seeds, leaves, stems, and roots of the fluted gourd all contain anti-nutrients, including oxalates, tannins, and cyanide.
Fluted pumpkins have no known toxic effects on dogs, and the rind and pulp are used as feed for livestock; however, there are no direct studies that have been done on the suitability of feeding fluted gourd to dogs.