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Can dogs eat pomegranate?
A few seeds at most. Pomegranate isn't toxic, but the peel, stem and lots of seeds can cause constipation or an intestinal blockage.
Not a substitute for advice from your vetUpdated Oct 24, 2026
AI imageWhat's in pomegranate?
Composition per 100 g
Energy and macros
| Energy | 79 kcal |
| Protein | 0.7 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 16.1 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Water | 79.1 g |
Minerals
| Calcium | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 17 mg |
| Ca : P ⓘ | 0.47 : 1 |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Magnesium | 3 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg |
| Copper | 120 µg |
| Iodine | – |
Vitamins and fatty acids
| Vitamin A | 7 µg RE |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | – |
| Linoleic acid | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| EPA | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g |
Source: Max Rubner-Institut. (2025). Bundeslebensmittelschlüssel (BLS), Version 4.0 — Deutsche Nährstoffdatenbank. doi.org
Key facts at a glance
What to watch out for
- Never the peel or stem: risk of intestinal blockage, especially in small dogs
- Lots of seeds at once can cause vomiting and diarrhea
- There are only secondary sources on pomegranate, no assessment from the ASPCA or Merck
How to feed pomegranate the right way
- 1If at all, give single seeds as an exception
- 2Pick up dropped seeds before your dog finds them
Safety rating for each dog
Can Romeo handle pomegranate?
This page applies to dogs in general. In Kahuno, you add intolerances to the dog profile, and every ingredient gets a color-coded dot when you log it, checked for your dog specifically. Whoever feeds the dog in your household sees it right away.
Frequently asked questions
Is pomegranate toxic to dogs?
No. The American Kennel Club classifies pomegranates as non-toxic, but still advises against feeding fresh pomegranate. PetMD agrees. No primary veterinary source like the ASPCA or Merck has assessed pomegranate so far.
My dog ate pomegranate seeds. What should I do?
According to PetMD, one or two seeds off the floor will hardly do any harm. If your dog got hold of lots of seeds, the peel or the stem, watch for vomiting, diarrhea, belly pain or no bowel movements, and call your vet if you see any of these signs.
How much pomegranate can my dog eat?
No expert source gives a safe amount. Stick to a few single seeds as an exception and never feed the peel or stem.
My dog food contains pomegranate. Is that a problem?
There's no evidence that it is. In a study with six dogs, a pomegranate peel extract (50 mg per kg of body weight) was added to their food, and the dogs didn't accept the food any less willingly (Jose et al. 2017). An extract is not the same as pieces of peel.
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- American Kennel Club: Can Dogs Eat Pomegranates? (Stand 02.07.2025), Abschnitt „Are Pomegranates Toxic to Dogs?", Schale, Stiel und Kerne. Sekundärquelle. Abgerufen am 24.10.2026.
- PetMD: Can Dogs Eat Pomegranate? (Stand 28.09.2023), Ein, zwei Kerne, Verstopfung durch Schale und Kerne. Sekundärquelle. Abgerufen am 24.10.2026.
- Jose et al. 2017, Journal of Nutritional Science 6: e36, Granatapfelschalen-Extrakt bei Hunden, Extrakt mit 50 mg je kg Körpergewicht an sechs Hunden, Futterakzeptanz. Abgerufen am 24.10.2026.