Can they eat it? / Pickles
Can dogs and cats eat pickles?
Dogs
CarefulCats
CarefulNo. Salt, vinegar and usually garlic or onion.
A tiny bite of plain pickle will not hurt, but there is nothing good in it. Share the cucumber before it was pickled.
What to watch for
Thirst, vomiting in quantity.
If they ate it
Offer water, skip the next meal, and call your vet if vomiting or diarrhea lasts more than a day or your pet seems unwell.
Careful for dogs means: fine in a small amount, prepared as described, and not for every pet; the details say when to skip it.
General information from veterinary guidance, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, call your vet or a pet poison line: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435. Charges may apply.