Overview
No, dogs should avoid eating Moussaka. It contains onions, garlic, cheese, and rich sauces, all of which can cause digestive upset or pancreatitis. It can trigger toxic reactions in dogs due to ingredients like nutmeg.
Can dogs eat Moussaka?
Risks
- Moussaka is a layered casserole usually made with eggplant or potato, ground meat, tomatoes and béchamel sauce. It's a favorite in Greece, the Balkan region, and the Middle East.
- Moussaka is unsafe for dogs as it has several ingredients that can be toxic for your pet. The dish commonly includes onions and garlic, which are extremely toxic to dogs.
- Aside from the three main ingredients, the moussaka dish contains a mixture of various spices and herbs, such as nutmeg, oregano, thyme, and parsley. Nutmeg, in particular, is poisonous to dogs.
- Eggplant is very high in oxalates. It can be dangerous in large quantities and may cause bladder or kidney stones in dogs.
- Butter, flour and milk in bechamel sauce can also trigger gastrointestinal distress in dogs due to high fat content.
