Can Dogs Eat Lemon Grass?
Yes, lemon grass in small quantities is not harmful for dogs.
Lemon grass is listed as safe because it is non-toxic to dogs. Even still, lemon grass eaten in large amounts can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, swollen abdomen, fever, straining to defecate, and loss of appetite. Lemon grass can also be caught in the intestinal tract causing a blockage.
External use of lemon grass for dogs can be an effective bug repellant. This herb also acts as an antifungal to animal skin. Other medicinal properties include an increase in blood circulation and heart function.
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