Overview
No, dogs should not eat saffron rice. Saffron is toxic to dogs. If consumed in large amounts, it can lead to poison in dogs. Although saffron rice only contains small amounts of saffron, there’s still a risk of poisoning.
Can dogs eat Saffron rice?
Risks
- Although scientific research suggests that saffron is toxic to dogs, there is no study has been done to show how poisonous it is to dogs. Saffron rice has small amounts of saffron, but if consumed in large quantities, it may cause poisoning in dogs.
- Symptoms of saffron poisoning include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, low blood pressure, and anemia. Dogs that exhibit lethargy, behavioral changes, and incoordination after eating saffron rice need immediate medical attention.
