My dog ate avocado pit — what should I do?
YELLOW — Call your vet today
What to do now
- Call your regular vet today (or a poison hotline if after hours).
- Watch closely for the symptoms below; if they appear or worsen, go to an emergency vet.
- Remove any remaining material and keep packaging/labels — the vet will want product names and amounts.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control expert tells you to.
- Note the time it was eaten, roughly how much, and your dog's weight.
Why it's a problem
Large pit can lodge in the esophagus or intestines.
Symptoms to watch for
Retching, vomiting, not eating, belly pain.
When: Hours to days
Frequently asked questions
Is avocado pit dangerous for dogs?
It can be. Large pit can lodge in the esophagus or intestines. Call your vet today for advice.
What are the symptoms if my dog ate avocado pit?
Retching, vomiting, not eating, belly pain.
How soon do symptoms appear after a dog eats avocado pit?
Hours to days
What should I do if my dog ate avocado pit?
Call your regular vet today (or a poison hotline if after hours). Watch closely for the symptoms below; if they appear or worsen, go to an emergency vet.
Who can I call for help?
ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline (855) 764-7661, both 24/7 (fees may apply), or your nearest emergency vet.
Dose guidance
No reliable dog-specific threshold is published for home use, so any amount should be discussed with your vet or a poison hotline.
Sources
- VCA Animal Hospitals: Ingestion of Foreign Bodies in Dogs
- Merck Veterinary Manual: Avocado toxicosis
- Merck Veterinary Manual: Gastrointestinal Obstruction in Small Animals
Last verified against these sources: 2026-10-13. Where sources disagree, PawPanic uses the more conservative guidance.
Also known as: avocado seed · Category: Object · Last reviewed 2026-10-14