Can dogs eat avocado?
In small amounts only. avocado isn't toxic to dogs, but it isn't something to hand over freely either.
Why
Avocado contains persin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs and cats. The pit is also a choking and blockage hazard. The flesh is less toxic than the pit and leaves.
What to watch for
Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain.
What to do
Call your vet if your pet has eaten a large amount or the pit.
This page is not veterinary advice and is not a diagnosis. It's a general reference for a common food, and it can't account for your pet's size, age, health conditions, medications, or how much they actually ate. Toxicity is almost always about dose. If your pet has eaten something you're worried about — or is showing any symptoms — call your veterinarian, an emergency animal hospital, or a poison control hotline right away. Never induce vomiting unless a veterinary professional tells you to.