Can dogs eat popcorn?
AKC says unsalted, unbuttered, air-popped popcorn is OK in moderation. Unpopped kernels can damage teeth or be a choking hazard; no caramel, cheese or seasoned popcorn.
How to serve it: air-popped, no salt, butter or sugar, no unpopped kernels
How much is okay
All treats together: at most 10% of daily calories. Enter your dog’s weight:
Popcorn
up to 0.57 oz a day
16 g · about 2 cups
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 popcorn 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 0.57 oz (16 g) (about 2 cups) a day. Work out the amount for your dog above.
Sources
- AKC – People Foods Dogs Can and Can't Eat
- AKC – Can Dogs Eat Popcorn?
- Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (387 kcal per 100 g)
Last checked: October 2026