Acorn Squash: Safe for Dogs and Cats?

Plain, cooked acorn squash flesh is safe for healthy dogs, but the seeds and hard shell should be removed because they can cause choking or digestive obstruction.

Safe serving: A small amount of plain, cooked flesh with all seeds, shell, salt, butter, and seasoning removed.

Plain, cooked acorn squash flesh is not toxic to healthy cats, but the seeds and hard shell should be removed and only a small taste should be offered.

Safe serving: A small amount of plain, cooked flesh with all seeds, shell, salt, butter, and seasoning removed.