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Are mushrooms growing in my backyard safe for my dog to eat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shiba Inu | Male | neutered | 17 years old | 14 lbs

Hello, these mushrooms have been growing in my backyard lately, wondering if they are poisonous to dogs? Thanks

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on October 7th, 2019

Mushroom identification can be tricky even for experienced mushroom hunters. Your best bet would be to contact your local Extension Office and submit a sample for identification. Most species are non toxic, causing nothing worse than some stomach upset, but some species can be deadly. It would be safest to keep your pets away from them until you can positively identify them.

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    Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 18th, 2018

    It is very difficult to identify a mushroom through a plastic bag and via a photo. I suggest you take these mushrooms to your local extension office for an identification. Once you know the name of the mushroom you can ask us again and we will hopefully be able to help.

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