Can Dogs Eat Macadamia Nuts?
No — toxic
No. Macadamia nuts cause weakness (especially in the back legs), tremors, vomiting and a high temperature in dogs. Signs usually appear within 12 hours and most dogs recover in a day or two with care, but cookies that also contain chocolate or raisins are far more dangerous.
Symptoms
- Back-leg weakness, trouble standing
- Tremors
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Lethargy
What to do if your dog ate it
- Remove any remaining food and note roughly how much was eaten and when.
- Call your vet, an emergency clinic, or a pet poison hotline right away — before symptoms start.
- Do not make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to. It can cause harm with some substances.
- Bring the packaging with you if you go to the clinic.
This guide is general information, not a diagnosis. If you're worried about your pet, call your vet or an emergency clinic.