Refried beans are a no. Many times, pet parents wonder – what happens if my dog has eaten refried beans? Should I worry?

Refried beans aren’t toxic to dogs but, the ingredients used for making them could cause gastric irritation and stomach issues in dogs.

The spices and condiments used for making refried beans can cause stomach upsets including diarrhea, in dogs. Therefore, it may be best not to feed refried beans to your pet. If your dog eats some leftover refried beans from your pet, you need not worry too much. 

However, you might still want to monitor your dog over the next few hours. If it shows signs of retching, stomach pain, etc. please call your vet and explain what has happened. Be forthcoming about the quantity of refried beans your dog has eaten.

If you have a small dog or a puppy that has gulped down a huge quantity of refried beans, then they may be even more susceptible to developing the aforementioned symptoms. Therefore, you may want to keep refried beans out of your curious puppy’s reach.

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.