So, you brought some cassia cinnamon to add to your Holiday baking and accidentally drop one stick on the floor. 

Your pup who is always around and never one to miss the opportunity to get into mischief runs away with the cassia stick. You grab it out of your pet’s mouth but not before he gets a piece. You immediately pull out your phone – Can Dogs Eat Cassia?

You need not worry. Cassia – which is a form of Chinese cinnamon – is generally safe for dogs. In moderation, cassia cinnamon can provide several benefits to your dog.

• Its antioxidant content fights free radicals which cause damage to the body.
• Cassia may even benefit your dog’s heart as reported in the Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advance.
• Cassia cinnamon regulates blood sugar which could benefit dogs with diabetes.
• The anti-inflammatory properties of cassia could help relieve joint aches and arthritis pain.

In very large quantities, cassia could harm your dog. It may result in vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. If you suspect your pet has swallowed a lot of cassia, please call your vet.

To ensure your pet will live a long and healthy life, it is always a good idea to invest in pet health insurance. Preparing for the unexpected guarantees money is never an issue in keeping you pup healthy.