Pawgnosis · Food checker

Can dogs eat nutmeg?

UnsafeFor dogs

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

Why

Nutmeg contains myristicin, which can cause tremors, seizures, and neurological damage in dogs and cats.

What to watch for

Tremors, seizures, disorientation, vomiting, diarrhea.

What to do

Call your vet if your pet has eaten nutmeg.

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.