Avoid
Can dogs eat macadamia nuts?
Cause weakness and tremors in dogs; the mechanism is still unclear.
Why
Macadamia nuts are specifically associated with weakness, tremors and vomiting in dogs. They also often appear in cookies alongside chocolate, compounding the risk.
Preparation
Not applicable — never feed macadamia nuts.
Important warnings
Call a vet if your dog eats macadamia nuts, and mention whether chocolate was also involved.
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