Can dogs eat Santol?

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Overview

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No, dogs should not be given santol. The fruit may have health-boosting nutrients like vitamin C and fiber, but its seeds are toxic and are a choking hazard. They can also cause injuries and perforations in a dog's digestive tract if swallowed.

Risks

health-risks
  • The seed of santol (Cotton fruit) is not only a choking hazard, but it can also cause perforation of the large intestines when swallowed.
  • The seeds contain limonoids, which are toxic to dogs.
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