Safety guide
Is Figs safe for dogs?
Use with caution
A small piece of fresh fig is tolerated by some dogs, but figs are best limited or avoided.
Some dogs handle a small piece of ripe fresh fig without problems, but figs — and especially the fig plant, leaves and sap — contain ficin and psoralen, which commonly irritate the skin and mouth and cause gastrointestinal upset. Dried figs are very high in sugar and best avoided. Introduce only tiny amounts if at all, and keep dogs away from fig houseplants entirely.
Symptoms to watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drooling
- Mouth or skin irritation and itching
- Loss of appetite
What to do immediately
- 1Remove the fig and any plant material from reach
- 2Rinse the mouth or skin with water if irritation is visible
- 3Offer fresh water and withhold further treats
- 4Monitor for vomiting or diarrhoea over the next several hours
When to call your vet
Call your vet if vomiting or diarrhoea is repeated, or if there is significant mouth or skin irritation.
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