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

Yes, dogs can eat pears in moderation. Ripe pears are safe for dogs to eat as long as they are prepared correctly. Pears can offer a number of health benefits to dogs as they are packed with many important nutrients.

How much pear can a dog eat?

Pears aren’t toxic to dogs but that doesn’t mean it’s safe for them to eat a lot of pears on a regular basis. Just like with any other food, too many pears can upset your dog’s stomach.

As a general rule of thumb, human foods like pears should not account for more than 10% of your dog’s daily food intake. For small dogs, treating them to a slice of pear every now and then should keep them more than happy. A whole pear might be a bit too much for the stomach of some dogs.

When is it unsafe for dogs to eat pears?

Non-toxic foods like pears can still be a choking hazard for dogs. This risk can be avoided by cutting the pear into bite-size pieces. Dogs can eat pears with skin (make sure to give the fruit a good rinse) but with the seeds and stem discarded.

Pear seeds do contain traces of cyanide. It would theoretically take many pear seeds to poison a dog that doesn’t mean you should be complacent about it.

Do pears help dog poop?

Pears are packed with dietary fiber but that doesn’t necessarily make them suitable for dogs that are having stool issues. Contact your vet and get appropriate dietary advice if your dog has frequent pooping problems, whether that be diarrhea or constipation.