Can dogs eat pears?
AKC lists pears as a suitable snack. Remove the core and seeds, which contain traces of cyanide; skip canned pears in syrup.
How to serve it: core and seeds removed, bite-size pieces
How much is okay
All treats together: at most 10% of daily calories. Enter your dog’s weight:
Pears
up to 3.9 oz a day
110 g · about 5 slices
10% of 629 kcal a day, for a spayed or neutered dog with normal activity. If your dog gets other treats too, give less.
Questions
What amount of pears is okay for my dog?
All treats together: at most 10% of daily calories. For a spayed or neutered dog with normal activity weighing 22 lb, that’s up to 3.9 oz (110 g) (about 5 slices) a day. Work out the amount for your dog above.
Sources
- AKC – Fruits and Vegetables Dogs Can or Can't Eat
- AKC – Can Dogs Eat Pears?
- Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (57 kcal per 100 g)
Last checked: October 2026