Can horses eat pumpkin?
Yes, horses can eat pumpkin in small amounts. Penn State Extension lists pumpkin among safe vegetables for horses. ASPCA lists squash plants such as acorn squash, pumpkin and zucchini as non-toxic to horses.
How to serve it: in pieces, nothing moldy (Penn State Extension)
Sources
- Penn State Extension – Trick or Treat: Things to Think About when Giving Your Horse a Treat
- ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants – Acorn Squash, similar: pumpkin, zucchini (non-toxic to horses)
Last checked: October 2026