Tigger's Green Paw
Gooseberry

As with all plants, always check if you have any health problems that may be affected by growing any plants in your garden or yard you may be able to nibble on.

Animal Safety: Dogs: No  Cats: Yes  Rabbits: Yes

Free Grazing: Not recommended
Lifespan: Perennial

About:
British gooseberries have been prized since the 16th century when they were first cultivated by monks .

Gooseberries are a popular fruit in the UK, known for their tangy and sweet flavour.
They are typically harvested in June and July, with their peak season lasting into August.
The fruit is often used in desserts, jams and wines due to its high pectin content.
Gooseberry bushes prefer cooler climates and grow well in the UK's temperate climate.

Depending on conditions, some gooseberry plants can live up to 20 years. Although fruit production does reduce over the years.

Gooseberries come in a variety of colors, including yellow, red, pink, green and purple. The two primary gooseberry categories are green and red; green is the more common, and milder gooseberry, while the red gooseberries have more sugar and are tastier for raw snacking.

Dogs:
Dogs should not eat gooseberries since they contain Glyoxylic Acid, which can lead to kidney stones.
It is unlikely that a few gooseberries will harm a dog, but they should not be intentionally fed to dogs. Many dogs are allergic to gooseberries as well, resulting in dry and itchy skin.

Cats:
Cats can eat a small amount of gooseberries, They will still not thank you for feeding them fruit and vegetables

Rabbits:
Rabbits can eat gooseberries. They can eat the leaves, stalks and skin too.
As with all food given to rabbits, it must be in moderation when added to their diet.