Can Dogs Eat Apples?
Yes, in small amounts — the ASPCA names apples among the foods you can safely share with your pet, provided treats stay under five percent of the day’s calories.
What the ASPCA publishes
Apples appears on the ASPCA’s “Sharing is Caring” list, which says:
“Apples, bananas, cucumbers, pineapple, cantaloupe, blueberries, strawberries and kiwi are all okay to give to your pet.”
The same page sets a limit that travels with that sentence: snacks should be no more than five percent of your dog's daily calorie intake, because people food tends to be high in fat and sugar, and too much fat can inflame the pancreas.
Common questions
Can dogs eat apples?
Yes, in small amounts — the ASPCA names apples among the foods you can safely share with your pet, provided treats stay under five percent of the day’s calories.
How much apples can a dog have?
The ASPCA does not publish a quantity for apples specifically. It publishes a limit for treats in general: snacks should be no more than five percent of your dog's daily calorie intake, because people food tends to be high in fat and sugar and too much fat can inflame the pancreas. We give you their limit rather than inventing a portion for this food.
My dog already ate apples — what now?
Call your veterinarian, or the ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435. Note how much was eaten and when. This page reports what published sources say about apples; it cannot tell you whether your dog is affected, and no amount is described here as safe.
Other foods the ASPCA says you can share
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If your dog has already eaten apples, call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435. This page reports what published sources say; it is not a diagnosis, and no amount is described here as safe.
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