Pawgnosis · Food checker

Can dogs eat macadamia nuts?

UnsafeFor dogs

No. macadamia nuts isn't safe for dogs and shouldn't be fed on purpose.

Why

Macadamia nuts cause weakness, tremors, and hyperthermia in dogs. The exact toxic compound is unknown, but even small amounts can trigger symptoms.

What to watch for

Weakness, tremors, hyperthermia (high fever), vomiting, pale gums.

What to do

Call your vet if your dog has eaten macadamia nuts.

If they've already eaten some, don't wait for symptoms

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.