Pine Nuts: Safe for Dogs and Cats?

Plain, fresh pine nuts are not considered toxic to dogs, but they are very high in fat and can still cause digestive upset or pancreatitis when overfed.

Safe serving: A very small amount of plain, fresh, shelled pine nut with no salt, oil, pesto, coating, or seasoning.

Pine nuts should generally not be offered to cats. They are very high in fat and calorie-dense, and nuts add choking, obstruction, and digestive risks.