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My dog ate flaxseed. Is it toxic? What are the side effects?

Updated on September 23, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 1 month old | 50 lbs

My dog ate a bag of flaxseed...is that toxic to her? She is a year old German Shepard mix

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Kevin Sanada, DVM

Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 24, 2018

It's not toxic, but will likely cause some gastrointestinal disturbance such as vomiting, loose stool, or diarrhea. This is usually temporary though and resolves in a day or two. Below is a link to an article with information about vomiting and diarrhea.

https://www.petcoach.co/article/diarrhea-vomiting-in-dogs-when-to-call-your-veterinarian/

I hope that helps and all is well with Gabby.
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