Can Dogs Eat Grapefruit? When it is or isn’t an Emergency

No, dogs should not be fed grapefruits. Certain parts of the grapefruit, such as the grapefruit rind, can be toxic to pets so it’s best to keep these fruits out of the dog’s reach. The flesh of the grapefruit actually isn’t toxic for dogs but it is highly acidic. When consumed, the high acidity of the grapefruit flesh may cause problems with the dog’s digestive system.

Dogs that eat the flesh of a grapefruit may experience symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting. In any case, many dogs don’t enjoy the sour taste of grapefruit so it’s unlikely that they would want to eat it after getting a taste of it the first time. If you will be eating grapefruits then please discard the leftovers (peeled skins, seeds) in a secure bin or trash bag. What about fruits other than grapefruit? You can check out our dog food database to find out what is safe for dogs to eat.