PupkeeperCaution
Can dogs eat pistachios? Caution
Not safe to feed. Pistachios are high in fat and salt, shells can choke a dog or block the gut, and moldy nuts can carry aflatoxin.
If your dog ate or touched this, call your vet or a pet poison line now
United States
Poison lines in other countries: United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand
What to do now
- Call your vet or a pet poison line now.
- Note what was eaten, roughly how much, and when.
- Watch for vomiting, diarrhea, low energy or choking.
Don't
- Don't make your dog vomit unless a vet tells you to.
How to give it safely
Not recommended as a treat.
Signs to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Lethargy
- Choking or gagging
Why
Pistachios are not toxic in themselves, but their fat can trigger pancreatitis and shells can lodge in the throat. Mold on shells can produce aflatoxin, a toxin that can cause seizures.
Sources
Guide reviewed 9 October 2026.
General information from the sources above, not a diagnosis. When in doubt, call your vet.