Pawgnosis · Food checker

Can dogs eat rhubarb?

UnsafeFor dogs

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

Why

Rhubarb leaves contain oxalates, which can cause kidney damage and hypocalcemia in dogs and cats. The stalks are less toxic but still risky.

What to watch for

Vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, lethargy, tremors.

What to do

Call your vet if your pet has eaten rhubarb.

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.