Can my dog eat nutmeg?جائفل
No.
Nutmeg (jaiphal) contains myristicin, which in large amounts causes disorientation, a racing heart and seizures. The pinch in garam masala or a cake isn't an emergency.
Already ate it?
If they ate itA pinch in food is fine. If they chewed up a whole nutmeg or ate spoonfuls of the powder, call your vet.
Watch forDisorientation, a racing heart, dry mouth, belly pain, possibly seizures — signs can last up to 48 hours.
Thinking of giving it?
WhyPet Poison Helpline says a dog would need to eat a very large amount for serious poisoning; recipe amounts may only upset the stomach. The whole nut is the most concentrated form.
Where this comes from. Pet Poison Helpline — Nutmeg and Cinnamon Toxicity.
Reviewed: 20 October 2026
A guide, not a diagnosis. If your dog seems unwell, call your vet.
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