Macadamia nut
مكسّرات المكاداميا
Toxic food hazard (dog-only) · CAS: plant (tree nut)
Toxic to dogs - never feed
Why this verdict
Dog-only reported toxicosis: weakness, tremor, hyperthermia, ataxia/depression within 12 h; resolves 12–48 h; rarely fatal. Mechanism unknown. NOT reported in cats. Step A hard-flag, dog. (Cat = no reported toxicity; precautionary avoid still sensible.)
What It Is
A tree nut sometimes found in treats and baked goods.
Dogs are the only species known to get sick from macadamia nuts - within 12 hours a dog can turn weak, wobbly, feverish and shaky. It’s rarely fatal and usually passes in a day or two, but it’s a real toxin, not a “mild upset,” and has no place in a dog’s food. No reports in cats.
Evidence & Status
For Dogs & Cats
Dogs
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Cats
Okay
AAFCO / FDA status
Toxic food hazard; not a feed ingredient.
Applies to
dog
Halal Status: Halal
Plant-derived (tree nut).
Standard: MS 1500:2019; GSO 2055-1; JAKIM e-SMAF
Also Known As
macadamia · Queensland nut
Primary Source
Evidence, not medical advice. You decide.
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