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Are dog biscuits that list macadamia nut flour in the ingredients safe for a 10 kg beagle?

Dogs · Food safety

Last reviewed: 2026-09-05 · Reference ranges: ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline & Merck Veterinary Manual

Short answer

No, they are not safe. Macadamia nuts are toxic to dogs and can cause weakness, wobbliness and tremors within 12 hours, even in processed forms like flour. Avoid any treat or supplement containing macadamia, as the risk isn't worth it. If your beagle has eaten such a product, watch closely for neurological signs and contact your vet or the ASPCA poison line at 888-426-4435 for advice.

Macadamia nuts — Food safety facts

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

Toxic to dogs — weakness, wobbliness and tremors within 12 hours. Usually recoverable, but call your vet.

Dogs and cats carry the same rating (Do not feed), so the notes below hold for either pet.

Macadamia nuts should not be given to dogs at all. Even a small amount can do harm, so there is no portion small enough to be safe.

Do not induce vomiting and do not give milk or oil to “dilute” it. Note the food and roughly how much was eaten, then call your vet or a pet poison hotline and follow their advice on whether to bring the pet in straight away.

The full verdict, portion guidance and serving notes are collected on the Macadamia nuts food facts page.

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