Pumpkin Seeds: Safe for Dogs and Cats?

Plain, unsalted, shelled pumpkin seeds can be safe for a healthy dog in a small amount, but they are high in fat and whole seeds can be harder to digest.

Safe serving: A small amount of plain, unsalted, shelled, ideally ground pumpkin seed with no oil or seasoning.

Plain, unsalted, shelled pumpkin seeds can be safe for a healthy cat in a very small amount, but they are calorie-dense and are not needed in a complete cat diet.

Safe serving: A very small amount of plain, unsalted, shelled, ground pumpkin seed mixed with the cat's normal food.