My dog ate papaya seeds. Is it dangerous and what should I do?

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My dog ( 11.02 lb) ate papaya seeds . I'm not sure how many seeds, maybe 5-8 seeds. What should i do? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 1 year and 6 months old

Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH · Accepted Answer

There are 2 concerns with papaya seeds. The first is that they contain very small amounts of cyanide. The amount is very small, so even a small dog would have to eat a large amount of seeds to have any problem with that. The second concern is the possibility of an intestinal blockage if they are not able to pass the seeds. This is certainly a concern in a small dog, so monitor Mondy closely for any vomiting, lethargy or inappetance and have him examined immediately if you notice any of those signs. Good luck! I hope that was helpful and the Mondy is fine. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog ate papaya seeds. Is it dangerous and what should I do?

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