Can dogs eat Purslane?

can dogs eat purslaneNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No, purslane is toxic to dogs. It contains soluble calcium oxalates, crystallizes in the urinary tract, and causes kidney stone formation. Consuming purslane in exorbitant amounts can irreparably damage the kidneys of dogs. Without immediate treatment, this can turn fatal.

Risks

health-risks
  • Purslane contains calcium oxalates which are toxic to dogs. If ingested, oxalates can cause a metabolic imbalance and lead to kidney failure in dogs. The oxalates can crystallize in the urinary tract causing pain and discomfort. In severe cases, it could be fatal.
health-risks-dog

You may also like

Articles by food type

what fruits can dogs eat

Fruit & Veg

can dogs eat human food

Human Food

can dogs eat raw meat

Meat & Offal

Diet & Recipes

Diet & Recipes

Supplements

Supplements

herbs for dogs

Herbs & Spices

can dogs eat egg and dairy

Egg & Dairy

can dogs eat seafood

Seafood

can dogs eat pumpkin seeds

Nuts & Seeds

can dogs eat grains

Grains

Oils

Oils

Plants

Plants