Yes, dogs can eat plain, cooked white rice in small amounts, and it’s often used short term for upset stomach or diarrhea.
When white rice is OK
- Plain, fully cooked white rice (no salt, butter, oil, onion, garlic, or seasoning) is generally safe for most healthy dogs in moderation.
- Vets commonly pair it with plain boiled chicken as a temporary bland diet for dogs with mild gastrointestinal upset like diarrhea.
How much and how often
- Treat rice as an occasional supplement or treat, not a daily staple; it should be well under 10% of your dog’s regular calorie intake to avoid weight gain and nutritional imbalance.
- Because white rice has a high glycemic index and can raise blood sugar, it should be used cautiously or avoided in dogs with diabetes or obesity unless your vet advises otherwise.
When to avoid or call the vet
- Avoid rice if your dog has known grain allergies or shows itching, ear infections, vomiting, or diarrhea that worsen after eating it; stop feeding and contact a veterinarian in that case.
- If diarrhea, vomiting, or lethargy last more than a day or two, or your dog seems very unwell, seek veterinary care rather than relying on home rice-and-chicken diets.
