Can dogs eat Kapok fruit?

can dogs eat kapok fruitNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No, kapok fruit is dangerous to dogs. Its seed oil and seed meal forms are found to have toxic effects on animals if fed excessively. Kapok fruit may have respiratory risks, triggering breathing problems in dogs.

Risks

health-risks
  • Kapok seed oil and seed meal have been found to be toxic to some animals when fed excessively.
  • The kapok fruit is cultivated for its seed-hair fiber to make stuffing for pillows. Although edible, it's not typically eaten like a regular fruit, hence not suitable for dogs as a treat.
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