With the start of the cooler autumn months comes the arrival of fall fruits, like persimmons.
Since persimmons are not available all year long, you may be uncertain if you can share one of these sweet fruits with your dog.
Are persimmons even safe for dogs to eat?
The answer is: maybe. If you monitor your dog to make sure he doesn’t get any of the seeds of the fruit, then you can feed your dog persimmons.
For a bit more detail on why the answer is ‘maybe,’ keep reading.
Are Persimmons Good For Dogs?
As you may expect, persimmons have a lot of good nutrients in them that make them actually good for dogs.
In fact, this yellow Fall fruit is packed with both vitamin C and vitamin A.
And since persimmons are so sweet, dogs really tend to love eating them since the flavor really packs a tasty punch.
Fuyu persimmons are the most common type that you see in grocery stores, and yes, dogs can eat this, as well as other, varieties of persimmon.
Dogs can even eat the skin of a persimmon.
Of course, it’s not as simple as saying, yeah, this is good for your dog.
Because there are risks when feeding your dog persimmons.
You also need to remember that fruit like this is packed with fiber, and just like humans, dog can get some gastric distress when eating too much fiber.
This tends to present itself most commonly as diarrhea.
And all dog owners know that is definitely not something that you want to be dealing with and having to clean up.
So, remember that dogs that eat too many persimmons may experience diarrhea.
Now, let’s look at how safe it is to feed your pup persimmons.
Are Persimmons Safe For Dogs?
While persimmons do not have a pit in the center of the fruit, there are seeds that pose a definite risk for your dog.
You see, if your dog manages to consume the seeds, then those seeds can lead to intestinal blockage, as well as a host of other digestive problems.
This is why it is so important that you keep a close eye on your doggo when you have persimmons in the house.
Not sure if your dog got into a bag of persimmons and helped himself to a tasty autumn snack?
If your dog has eaten the seeds of a persimmon, then you should watch for these symptoms:
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Lethargy
- Dehydration
If you notice any of the above, then is it a good idea to call your dog’s vet or the local animal hospital and let them know that you suspect the dog ate a persimmon and relay the symptom you are noticing in your dog.
Can Dogs Eat Dried Persimmons Or Cooked Persimmons?
You might be thinking that giving your dog cooked persimmons or dried persimmons is a safer way to share this fruit with him since the seeds should be gone when served in this manner.
Of course, it is still a good idea to monitor your dog, unless you personally cooked or dried the fruit and are 100% certain their are no seeds in it.
You’ll also need to remember to not let your dog have too many persimmons or those tummy troubles will set in for him.
Final Word
While persimmons do pose some safety risks when consumed by dogs, the fruit itself is safe for dogs to eat.
Heck, persimmons are even good for dogs since they have some great nutrients and vitamins in the fruit.
However, too much of the persimmons can make your dog sick.
And you have to watch carefully to make sure that your dog doesn’t get any of the persimmons seeds in his mouth because those can cause some serious health complications for your doggo.