Can dogs eat Jocote fruit?

can dogs have jocote fruitCaution

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

Caution. Jocote fruit, also known as Spanish Plum or Seriguela, contains a large seed that is toxic to dogs. While the seedless flesh offers beneficial nutrients like calcium, iron, phosphorus, and vitamin A, there is limited research on its safety for dogs. Only offer small, seedless amounts if approved by your vet.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Jocote fruit is a good source of vitamins and minerals. It is rich in vitamins A, B, and C, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.
  • Jocotes have antioxidants that prevent the onset of cancer and other diseases.

Risks

health-risks
  • The jocote fruit's large seed is toxic.
  • Jocotes are known to be non-toxic to other mammals; however, there are no direct studies that have been done on the suitability of feeding jocotes to dogs.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • The fruit's skin and seeds should never be given to dogs.

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