Can dogs eat plums?

Only with precautions. Plum flesh is safe, but pits contain cyanogenic compounds and are also a serious choking and obstruction object — plums are the right size to lodge in a medium dog's intestine. Dehydrated prunes are sugar-concentrated and a bad idea. Cut the flesh off the pit completely if you want to share.

Watch for drooling, difficulty breathing if pit crushed, vomiting, obstruction signs: no appetite, straining. Symptoms may appear within hours; when in doubt, call your vet.

Assess how much was eaten and whether seeds, pits, shells or seasoning were included. Small plain amounts usually need monitoring only; large or seasoned amounts warrant a call to your vet.