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My Dog Ate Acai Will He Get Sick?

Kyoko

January 8, 2021
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My Dog Ate Acai Will He Get Sick?

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Do you enjoy some great fruit and fruit juices each day? Fruit is a very healthy addition to our daily diet, and there are even some fruits that dogs really enjoy. But what about acai berries?

What are Acai Berries?

Acai berries are a somewhat like grapes and they come from the rainforests of South America. They come from acai palm trees. The tree’s fruit is about 1-2 cm in diameter and are a very deep purple. The fruit is filled with seeds, and the taste has been described as somewhat of a blend of chocolate and berries.

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In recent years, acai berries have been termed a superfood that has benefits for almost all parts of the body. Acai berries may be helpful to treat dementia (including Alzheimer’s), reduce the incidence of heart attacks and other cardiovascular diseases, fight cancer, and more.

Acai berries contain:

  • 20 calories
  • 0 g protein
  • 5 g total fat
  • 1 g carbohydrate
  • 1 g fiber
  • 6 mg calcium

They’re also a rich source of healthy fatty acids, and more.

So, these berries are very healthy for us, but what about our dogs?

Dogs and Acai Aren’t a Good Mix

While many holistic vets do say acai juice and berries are good for dogs, the reality is that these berries can make your dog very sick. The reason is they contain theobromine.

Theobromine is a substance that’s also found in chocolate, which makes chocolate toxic to dogs. Dogs are not able to break down theobromine in their bodies, which leads them to develop symptoms of poisoning.

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Symptoms of Theobromine Poisoning in Dogs

You may notice these symptoms if your dog is suffering from theobromine poisoning:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Increased urination
  • Seizures
  • Internal bleeding
  • Pale gums
  • Death

If you notice these symptoms in your dog, then call the vet immediately. This may be a life-threatening medical emergency.

Treatment of Theobromine Poisoning in Dogs

The vet may choose to give your dog medication to make him vomit up the berries. They may also use activated charcoal to keep your dog’s body from absorbing the substance. Otherwise, the vet may also give your dog IV therapy to provide your fur baby with fluids and other medications.

If treated early, most dogs will go on to fully recover from theobromine poisoning.

As you can see, while the berries are not considered toxic to dogs, they do contain a substance that can make your dog very sick. For this reason, it’s better to avoid giving your fur baby acai berries. If your dog really begs for these when you’re eating the berries, try to have another safe fruit snack on hand for your dog to enjoy. You’ll both be happier for it!

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Kyoko

Kyoko is from a family of 3 and moved to New York with her parents and siblings when she was 13. Kyoko is fond of spending a great amount of time with pets, specifically her beagle Luna and cat Missy. Her boyfriend often complains that she spends too much time giving attention to their animals. Kyoko has written dozens of articles concerning pets and is aiming at owning a pet shop one day!

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