Last reviewed: August 2026

Can Dogs Eat Pomegranate?

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A few pomegranate arils (the seeds/juicy part) are generally tolerated, but the fruit's tannins can cause stomach upset in larger amounts.

Why

Pomegranate isn't associated with serious toxicity in dogs, but the tannins and fibre content can cause vomiting or diarrhoea if a dog eats a significant quantity, and the tough outer rind/pith is unappetising and hard to digest.

How to serve it safely

Offer only a few arils at a time
Avoid the rind and white pith entirely
Watch for GI upset after a first try, and reduce the amount if it occurs

Sources

General veterinary toxicology consensus, cross-referenced against the Merck Veterinary Manual and ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center food hazard references. See How We Source This for our methodology.

This page is general educational information, not a substitute for veterinary advice.