Overview
No, avoid feeding miracle fruit to dogs. It is not known to cause toxicity in canines, but its effects on long-term consumption are still unknown due to the lack of research.
Can dogs eat Miracle fruit?
Benefits
- The miracle fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin A, which boost the immune system and promote healthy vision.
- The pulp of the berry has a high flavonoid content, which protects cells from damage.
Risks
- The miracle fruit has a protein called miraculin that affects taste receptors of the tongue and alters the sense of taste, making sour food taste sweet.
- The effects and safety of long-term consumption of miracle fruit are still unknown.
- No research has been done to prove that the miracle fruit is safe for dogs; hence it is best to be safe and not give it to your dog as a treat.
