Can my dog eat Elephant garlic?

Reviewed By Kyoko •  Updated: 11/04/19 •  1 min read
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Can my dog eat Elephant garlic? Dogs cannot eat

 

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Elephant garlic looks like a very large garlic (hence the name, “elephant”), but is actually related to the leek family. It has a bulb very similar to garlic, which divides into cloves—huge cloves! Elephant garlic, despite its size, has a milder flavor than garlic. Some describe it as buttery and more similar to an onion, without the pungent flavor or smell of traditional garlic. It’s often used the same as regular garlic in a wide variety of recipes, though some people enjoy eating it raw.

Can my dog eat elephant garlic? No, it’s not recommended for dogs. Garlic (and similar veggies) contain a substance called thiosulfate, which is toxic to dogs. This compound damages red blood cells, which can lead to anemia. Not only that, but he could even develop garlic toxicity if your dog ate too much. Garlic toxicity causes vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea and more and can be a serious threat to your dog’s health. Can my puppy eat garlic? No, puppies should not eat garlic.

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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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