Fine as a treat
Can dogs eat raspberries, blackberries and cranberries?
These berries are safe in moderation. Raspberries contain a trace of xylitol, but nowhere near enough to matter at treat quantities.
Why
Raspberries naturally contain a small amount of xylitol — around 0.4 g per 100 g. A 10 kg dog would need well over a kilogram of raspberries to reach a hypoglycaemic dose, so this is worth knowing but not worth worrying about.
How to prepare it
Fresh or frozen, plain, unsweetened.
Never in this form
Sweetened dried cranberries in trail mix, which usually also contains raisins.
Portion
Raspberries about 52 kcal per 100 g. A small handful for a medium dog.
Also check for
- raisins in dried fruit mixes
- added sugar
How confident is this
established
Well established in the veterinary literature and consistent across sources.
- USDA FoodData Central
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
Further reading
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Informational only, and not a substitute for veterinary advice. Individual dogs vary, and this page cannot account for your dog's age, size, health conditions or medication. If you are worried, phone a vet — that call is always the right call.