Can Dogs Eat Green Tomatoes?
No. Green Tomatoes is toxic to dogs. It contains tomatine and solanine (concentrated in unripe fruit and stems. There is no amount we can call safe, so it should stay off the menu. If your dog has already eaten some, contact your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline right away.
ASPCA Animal Poison Control (US): (888) 426-4435 (a fee may apply) · Pet Poison Helpline (US/CA): (855) 764-7661 (a fee applies)
Why it is toxic
tomatine and solanine (concentrated in unripe fruit · stems · leaves)
Which parts are the problem?
Dose & exposure rules
Unripe tomatoes and the plant itself carry the alkaloids; garden access is the classic exposure
If it must be on the menu: safe preparation
None — cooking reduces but does not eliminate the glycoalkaloids
Symptoms to watch for
GI upsetlethargytremors in serious cases
Hours
What to do now
Vet if a meaningful amount of unripe fruit or plant was eaten
FAQ
How much green tomatoes can a dog eat?
Unripe tomatoes and the plant itself carry the alkaloids; garden access is the classic exposure
What are the signs of green tomatoes problems in dogs?
Watch for: GI upset; lethargy; tremors in serious cases. Hours
What should I do if my dog ate green tomatoes?
Vet if a meaningful amount of unripe fruit or plant was eaten
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