Can dogs eat Truffle?

Overview

Caution. Truffles offer antioxidants and nutrients that may benefit dogs, including anti-inflammatory and potential anti-cancer properties. Still, they should only be fed in small amounts, as some dogs may have adverse reactions or digestive upset from overconsumption.

Benefits

Truffles contain all the essential amino acids that the body needs, making them a complete source of protein.
Truffles are a good source of antioxidants, which protect against cell damage and help prevent the development of chronic diseases, including cancer in dogs.
Truffles are packed with minerals, including phosphorous, manganese, copper, selenium, and zinc.
Some enzymes found in truffles can help reduce inflammation and relieve pain associated with inflammatory diseases.

Risks

Truffles may trigger allergic reactions in dogs with allergies to fungi or mushrooms or have food intolerances.
Excessive consumption of truffles may cause digestive issues in dogs, including stomach upset and diarrhea.
Some look-alike varieties or false truffles are often mistaken for real black truffles. Although not lethally poisonous to canines, they are generally not edible.