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Is Granny Smith apple toxic to dogs?

Malus domestica 'Granny Smith'

Mildly toxic to dogs

Mildly. The ASPCA lists granny smith apple as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. As with all Malus, the seeds and plant material (stems, leaves) contain amygdalin and are considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidelines. Ripe fruit flesh is safe for human consumption. Keep pets from ingesting any part other than the flesh.

What to do if your dog ate granny smith apple

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move granny smith apple out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of granny smith apple to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten granny smith apple, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is granny smith apple toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is granny smith apple toxic to dogs?

Mildly. The ASPCA lists granny smith apple as mildly toxic to dogs — a chewing dog typically gets mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting rather than a medical emergency, but it is still best kept out of reach. As with all Malus, the seeds and plant material (stems, leaves) contain amygdalin and are considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidelines. Ripe fruit flesh is safe for human consumption. Keep pets from ingesting any part other than the flesh.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats granny smith apple?

As with all Malus, the seeds and plant material (stems, leaves) contain amygdalin and are considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses per ASPCA guidelines. Ripe fruit flesh is safe for human consumption. Keep pets from ingesting any part other than the flesh. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your dog has had access to granny smith apple.

What should I do if my dog ate granny smith apple?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is granny smith apple toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Granny Smith apple is mildly toxic to cats as well. See the full granny smith apple pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to granny smith apple?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full granny smith apple pet-safety