30/04/2026
📍Mango Season Alert for Pet Parents
It’s mango season in Kerala—and while we enjoy the fruit, it can be dangerous for our pets.
Every year, we see 5–6 cases of dogs with intestinal blockage caused by swallowed mango seeds, often requiring emergency surgery.
One such case was a Labrador brought to our clinic with a history of not eating and vomiting blood for 3 days. On examination, we suspected an intestinal obstruction. Surgery revealed a mango seed lodged in the intestine, which was successfully removed
Take Home Message: Mango seeds are large, hard, and indigestible. If swallowed, they can block the intestine and become life-threatening.
🥭 Always discard mango seeds safely
🥭 Never allow pets to play with or chew them
🥭 Seek immediate veterinary care if your pet shows vomiting, loss of appetite, or discomfort
Prevention is always better than surgery.
— Felican Pet Hospital 🐾