Cherries are a fruit that dogs can eat, but there are toxins in the seeds, leaves, and stems, and there is a possibility of allergies, so be careful when giving them to your dog. However, if you maintain a certain number of parts and quantities that you can give your dog to eat, it doesn't matter.

I. Dogs can eat cherries

Dogs can eat cherries. The sweetness of cherries should appeal to dogs because the flavor is especially sweet for dogs. Cherries are a delightful treat for dogs, but only the pulp of the cherry should be eaten. The seeds, leaves, and stems are poisonous, so be sure to remove them. And cherries can be a very good snack for dogs, to be able to have a little as a supplement when training your dog, or when your dog is hungry.

The ingredients of cherries
The main component of cherries is composed of glucose which is easily absorbed by the body. It also contains mineral components such as potassium and iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Although the amount of each component is small, it is characterized by maintaining a balance.
It is said that humans can eat more cherries than dogs, and it is also effective for anemia, etc. when eaten consistently. However, because dogs can eat smaller amounts, it is more likely that it can be eaten instead as a snack than eating cherries for nutritional intake.

Points to note when feeding cherries to dogs

Cherry eating the pulp itself is not a problem, but the seeds and leaves of cherries can be harmful to dogs, so they must be avoided. The correspondence method of wrongly dog to the seeds and eaten when etc. is also important.

Beware of coumarin in cherry leaves and flowers

Coumarin is a familiar ingredient with the fragrance of cherry leaves. Although some people eat the leaves of cherries, they are hepatotoxic (toxic and harmful to the liver). Therefore, it is not desirable to give it to dogs.

Watch the amount of food you feed your dog and obesity

Cherries are very effective for dogs with no appetite and special treats. However, if you give a lot of "cherry pulp is not a problem", it becomes a cause of obesity. It is said that the average weight of cherries is about 5g, and the amount given to dogs is 15g. It varies greatly depending on the weight, so as a goal, be careful not to give too much.

Do not feed seeds or unripe fruit

When offering cherries to your dog, you must be careful of the seeds inside. This species contains cyanogenic glycosides (cyanogenic glycosides) called bitter amygdalin, and the breakdown of chewable substances in the body leads to cyanide poisoning, causing symptoms of toxicity. Symptoms may include difficulty breathing, collapse or convulsion symptoms, and in the worst case, death. Also, unripe fruits contain bitter amygdalin. The ones sold in fruit stores are ripe, so there is nothing to worry about. However, care should be taken when going to pick cherries. When feeding cherries to your dog, be sure to take out the seeds inside.

II. Bad effects of cherries for dogs

Cherries are tart and sweet fruit with an appetizing taste, making them a great treat for humans. But is this treatment suitable for dogs? Can dogs eat cherries? Let's talk about this issue specifically. Because in everyday life, there are too many feeding misconceptions that lead parents to make mistakes. Not only does it hurt the dog, but you are also uncomfortable.

Cherries should not be given to dogs, why do you say that? First of all, cherries contain dodecahydrate cherry acid, this substance can destroy the intestinal tract, once the dog's intestinal epithelial cells are destroyed, dogs are particularly prone to vomiting and diarrhea symptoms, serious, and may even lead to dog death.
In addition, cherries also contain propyl sulfonate, this substance can also effectively destroy the dog's intestinal epithelial cells. The danger is particularly great, so parents must not give their dogs to eat. In addition, even if these substances in the cherry do not cause the dog gastrointestinal discomfort, try not to feed it cherries, because cherries, although delicious, but especially easy to get stuck in the dog's throat. This is also particularly likely to cause the dog to appear dangerous, the phenomenon of choking. To the cherry fruit with a core, try not to give the dog to eat, similar to some fruits, also can not give it to use, such as apricots, such as pomegranates, like lychees, these can not be used for dogs, because especially easy to cause diarrhea in dogs, the danger is also relatively large.
The seeds and stems of cherries contain cyanogenic glycosides (cyanide). Although the concentration of this toxin is very low, it can cause poisoning when it accumulates to a certain level! When a dog chews the stems and seeds of cherries, it may bite the seeds and stems open to release the toxin and if the dog eats enough cherries, then it is in mortal danger.
The dog may swallow the seeds and stems completely. Even if the dog does not bite open the seeds and stems and it does not cause poisoning, you still need to be aware that these seeds and stems are stuck in the dog's digestive tract, which is likely to cause intestinal blockage.
It may lead to damage to the dog's teeth. Cherry seeds are hard and may damage the teeth of a puppy if you have one.
May cause illness due to mold. Cherries are very perishable and rot within a few days of buying them back. Or sometimes they are not selected carefully and the cherries come with small moldy pits. Dogs eating these moldy cherries may cause mycosis, which can lead to stomach upset and liver failure.
Fermented cherries may give your dog alcohol poisoning. This is also possible. Dogs that eat large amounts of fermented cherries may cause: vomiting, low blood pressure, decreased respiratory rate, and other symptoms.
Wilted cherry leaves are also toxic to your dog and other animals

What are the symptoms of cyanide poisoning in dogs?

A dog eating a small number of cherries, including the seeds and stems, will of course not affect your dog, but if your dog eats too many cherry seeds and stems, then it may cause cyanide poisoning, exhibiting symptoms such as
Dilated pupils panting shock difficulty breathing brick red mucous membranes salivation convulsions or paralysis cherry red gums If your dog's gums turn cherry red due to cyanide toxicity, this means that oxygen in the dog's blood cannot be released into the cells. This can quickly lead to suffocation and you need to take him to the vet immediately for treatment.

Three things dogs can't eat

1, many of the fruits that dogs cannot eat are irritating or toxic to dogs. Dogs should never eat fruits such as grapes and apricots, which can lead to hydride poisoning in dogs, and the cores of some fruits should not be fed to dogs.

2, onions, onions, and other vegetables containing a large number of sulfur compounds in the food, will lead to serious hemolysis in dogs, not suitable for dogs to eat. Dogs can not eat mushrooms, tomatoes, and other vegetables, which are very likely to lead to the performance of dog poisoning.

3, dogs can not eat chocolate, coffee, and other foods containing large amounts of theobromine and caffeine, such foods will promote the release of signals in the dog's nerves, which may lead to varying degrees of toxic reactions in dogs. Excessive consumption may also cause neurological toxicity, resulting in the death of the dog.
Animal milk such as cow's milk and camel's milk contains large amounts of casein and lactoferrin, which dogs have no way to absorb and may become intolerant. Some other foods that contain xylitol ingredients should not be given to dogs, otherwise, they are prone to xylitol poisoning.

There are many additives in human food, some of which are even toxic to dogs or may cause physical damage to dogs. Food with high salt content will lead to serious hair loss in dogs, greasy food may cause indigestion in dogs.

4, many flowers and plants are toxic to dogs, dogs mistakenly eat such plants, and there will be neurological problems.
Dog's diet to regulate

In the process of raising dogs' diets to regulate, do not feed dogs too many pig bones, chicken bones, beef bones, and other foods that are easy to get stuck in the throat. Small chicken bones can easily scratch the dog's intestinal tract, and large bones that are not easily digested can easily block the dog's intestinal tract.