No – Fava beans are also called faba beans, horse beans, or broad beans. They contain a compound called phytohemagglutinin which, in excess, can be toxic to dogs.

Dogs that accidentally consume a lot of fava beans could suffer from abdominal cramps, retching, vomiting, and even diarrhea. If these symptoms arise, it is important to take your dog to the nearest pet clinic.

Phytohemagglutinin – also called PHA – results in red blood cells clumping together. This, in turn, causes clumps or clots in the affected dog’s blood. The dog’s body then reacts to PHA by trying to remove it, resulting in severe vomiting and diarrhea. PHA is rarely fatal in dogs but it is still very important to get help immediately to prevent complications.

So, please keep fava beans out of your pet’s reach. Remember- cooking the beans destroys most of the phytohemagglutinin, but it may still be best not to let your dog eat even the cooked fava beans.

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