Will 1 almond hurt my dog?
No, one almond will not hurt your dog.
There are a lot of variables to consider when it comes to feeding your dog almonds. First, let’s consider the size of your dog. A small dog is going to have a harder time digesting almonds than a large dog. Second, let’s consider the age of your dog. A puppy’s digestive system is not fully developed, so they are more likely to experience gastrointestinal distress from eating almonds than an adult dog. Third, let’s consider the health of your dog. If your dog has any health conditions that affect their digestive system, they are more likely to experience problems from eating almonds.
Now that we’ve considered some of the variables, let’s talk about what can happen if a dog eats too many almonds. Gastrointestinal distress is the most common problem. This can include vomiting, diarrhea, and gas. If your dog experiences any of these symptoms after eating almonds, it’s best to contact your veterinarian.
So, will one almond hurt my dog? It’s unlikely that one almond will cause problems for your dog. However, if your dog eats a lot of almonds, they may experience gastrointestinal distress. If you’re concerned about your dog eating almonds, it’s best to talk to your veterinarian.
Is Almond Oil Safe For Dogs?
Yes, almond oil is safe for dogs. Both on the outside and the inside, although while it’s ok for your dog to lick some almond oil, you shouldn’t be feeding it to them.
Note, if your dog has an almond or nut allergy, obviously almond oil will not be safe for your dog.
Some Almond Oil Benefits for Dogs
Dogs don’t produce the same level of fatty acids that humans produce, so they need to consume the rest of these acids through their diet in order to stay healthy.
Unfortunately, most dog food brands don’t make their food with the recommended amount of fatty acids for our furry children, making them prone to having dry and itchy skin(dry skin on dogs can look red and flaky), dry noses, and cracked paws.
The best part about using sweet almond oil is that it’s all natural…no harsh or artificial chemicals involved.
Common Essential Oils that are toxic to dogs
Is your dog’s paw pads, belly, nose, or ears a little dry and flaky? Try using sweet almond oil as a natural moisturiser!
Besides being a wonderful carrier oil for homemade flea and tick repellents, sweet almond oil is great for hair and skin care. It contains fatty acids that will soothe and soften the skin and lock in moisture.
According to an article by Zeeshan Ahmad from Salisbury District Hospital, Ancient Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Greco–Persian schools of Medicine used almond oil to treat dry skin conditions, such as psoriasis and eczema. It helps with acne too!
What’s great about sweet almond oil is that it’s light enough for direct use on the skin. You can also mix in a few drops of pure essential oils that are safe for your dogs for added benefits. Mama uses pure lavender oil and sweet almond oil in a 1:9 ratio to help manage my demodectic mange.
When buying sweet almond oil, go to a reputable shop. That’s because oils are very sensitive in nature. They need proper distillation or expression to retain its beneficial properties. The storage and delivery of the oil are also important to ensure the oil doesn’t turn rancid.
Store your sweet almond oil in a cool dark place away from direct sunlight and heat. It has a shelf life of about ten months.