Can Dogs Eat Acai Berries & How to Make Dog Acai Bowls

Dogs can eat acai berries as they are very healthy and rich in antioxidants. They also have lots of vitamins and minerals that are always good to include!

However, acai berries are also quite acidic, so you should only include them in moderation! Too much can upset your dog’s stomach, so you need to use them as an occasional treat and as super boost in dog acai bowls!

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Are acai berries safe for dogs?
FAQs

Are acai berries safe for dogs?

You may have heard concerns about acai containing theobromine, the toxic substance found in chocolate. While it’s true that acai contains very small amounts of theobromine, the concentrations are so low that it’s virtually impossible for a dog to consume enough to reach toxic levels. So, you can enjoy sharing a bit of this healthy treat with your dog worry-free.

If your dog eats a lot of acai, make sure they drink plenty of water and take them out to pee often. The body gets rid of toxins through the urine, but if the urine sits in the bladder too long, some toxins can get reabsorbed. By making sure your dog drinks a lot and urinates frequently, we can help flush out the toxins faster.

Theobromine poisoning from acai most likely will never happen

The lethal dose of theobromine for dogs is 100-500 mg per kilogram of body weight. Not all chocolate has the same amount of theobromine: cocoa powder and dark chocolate have the most (20 mg/g and 15 mg/g), milk chocolate has much less (2 mg/g), and white chocolate has the least (0.1 mg/g). For example, less than 100 grams of dark chocolate can be fatal for a 10 kg dog. Acai has much, much less theobromine than chocolate, so the risk of poisoning from acai is very low.

How to Make Dog Acai Bowls

Want to treat your dog to their very own acai bowl? Here are three fun and dog-friendly recipes to try.

1. Blueberry Banana Acai Bowl

Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of acai berries
- ¼ cup of fresh or frozen blueberries.
- ½ a ripe banana, sliced.
- 1 tablespoon of plain, unsweetened yogurt (optional).
Instructions: Blend the acai berries into a puree and blend the banana and blueberries until smooth. Pour into your dog’s bowl and top with a few extra slices of banana for garnish.

2. Fruity Yogurt Acai Bowl

Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of unsweetened acai puree.
- ¼ cup of plain, unsweetened yogurt.
- ¼ cup of diced fruit (like apples, strawberries, or mango—just avoid grapes).
Instructions: Make the acai puree by mashing acai berries in a bowl. Mix the puree with the yogurt and pour into a bowl. Top with apples or strawberries and serve fresh. You can also freeze this mix and make a dog-friendly ice cream instead.

3. Peanut Butter & Acai Bowl

Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of acai berries
- 1 tablespoon of dog-safe peanut butter
- ¼ cup of diced apples or pears.
- A small handful of unsweetened coconut flakes (optional).
Instructions: Blend the acai berries and peanut butter until smooth. Pour into your dog’s bowl and top with diced fruit and a light sprinkle of coconut flakes.

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FAQs

Can dogs eat acai bowls?

Yes, they can! Just check out the recipes above!

Can dogs eat acai smoothies?

No, dogs shouldn’t drink acai smoothies. Although a little acai isn’t toxic, smoothies often contain ingredients like sugar, artificial sweeteners, or dairy that can upset your dog’s stomach. It’s best to stick to dog-friendly treats and keep acai smoothies for yourself.