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Can dogs eat mustard seeds? Are they toxic?

Dogs · Food safety
Short answer

No — mustard seeds are not safe for dogs. The seeds and powder are toxic and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and other signs of gastroenteritis; in larger amounts they may even damage the heart. If your dog has eaten mustard seeds, call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Poison Control line at 888-426-4435 right away and watch closely for any signs of illness.

Mustard seeds — Food safety facts

Do not feed · Dogs · full breakdown on the linked food page

Seeds and powder are toxic — they can cause gastroenteritis; high doses may damage the heart.

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