Can dogs eat rice?

Safe

Yes, plain and cooked, in moderation.

Also searched as: white rice, brown rice, cooked rice

Adding some plain rice to a dog's meals is fine as long as the dog maintains a healthy weight. White rice is easier to digest than brown rice.

How to serve it

Cook the rice and serve it plain, with no salt, butter, oil or seasoning.

Any new food can upset a dog's stomach. If your dog seems unwell after eating rice, or you are unsure, contact your vet.

American Kennel Club: Can dogs eat rice? checked 8 October 2026 adding some rice to your dog's meals is perfectly fine
American Kennel Club: Human foods dogs can and can't eat checked 29 October 2026 Serve foods plain, fully cooked when required, and without salt, sugar, added fats, or seasonings.

Last reviewed 29 October 2026. How we check foods

This is general information, not veterinary advice. If your dog ate something concerning, contact your vet or a poison helpline immediately.