Can dogs eat Star fruit?

can dogs have star fruitNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No, star fruit or Carambola should not be fed to dogs. The fruit contains calcium oxalates that bind with calcium in the body. If a dog ingests star fruit in large amounts, it can alarmingly lower their calcium levels. Without immediate treatment, this can result in acute renal failure.

Risks

health-risks
  • Ingesting star fruit can lead to poisoning in dogs. It can cause acute kidney injury (AKI) even if eaten in small amounts.
  • Star fruit has oxalate salts that can cause the build-up of oxalate crystals, damaging the kidneys.
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