Can dogs eat Goulash?

can dogs eat goulashNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No, dogs should not eat goulash. This Hungarian dish typically contains generous amounts of paprika and caraway seeds, which can be toxic to dogs. Goulash recipes include other aromatics that are considered poisonous, such as onion and garlic.

Risks

health-risks
  • Goulash is a Hungarian soup or stew of meat and various vegetables spiced with paprika and other seasonings. It is a Hungarian national dish and is also popular around the world, often adapted with different ingredients and variations.
  • Goulash is not a dog-safe food due to the combination of spices and seasonings which can have adverse health effects on dogs when consumed.
  • The dish is loaded with paprika, which can irritate the digestive system. Overconsumption is actually dehydrating. And because it’s spicy, it produces a burning sensation in the mouth and throat, which can make dogs feel discomfort.
  • Caraway seeds are a common goulash ingredient, but it's bad for the canine digestive system.
  • Goulash contains onions, garlic, and marjoram which are all toxic to dogs.
  • Goulash may be too rich for dogs and make them gassy. Goulash's high fat and salt content can lead to pancreatitis and salt poisoning.
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