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Do not give Garlic Butter to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
UnsafeFrench Onion SoupDo not give French onion soup to dogs. It usually contains onion broth or onion pieces, and may…
CautionGummy CandyDo not give Gummy Candy to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
CautionCurrantsCurrants is a caution item. It is not something to offer routinely; risk depends on ingredients, amount, and…
SafePeasYes. Plain Peas can be okay for many dogs in small amounts.
CautionLollipopsDo not give Lollipops to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a poison…
UnsafeShallot SauceDo not give dogs shallot sauce. Shallots are in the onion family and can damage a dog’s red…
UnsafeScallionsScallions are not safe for dogs. Even small amounts can be harmful because they are part of the…
CautionMarshmallowsDo not give Marshmallows to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a poison…
CautionSour CandyDo not give Sour Candy to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
Common foods dogs should avoid
Start with risky foods, sweeteners, drinks, and ingredients that often worry dog owners.
Do not give Garlic Butter to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
UnsafeFrench Onion SoupDo not give French onion soup to dogs. It usually contains onion broth or onion pieces, and may…
UnsafeScallionsScallions are not safe for dogs. Even small amounts can be harmful because they are part of the…
UnsafeShallot SauceDo not give dogs shallot sauce. Shallots are in the onion family and can damage a dog’s red…
UnsafeRaisin CookiesDo not give raisin cookies to dogs. Raisins are toxic to dogs and can cause sudden, serious kidney…
UnsafeRaisin MuffinsDo not feed raisin muffins to dogs. Even a small amount can be dangerous because raisins/grapes can cause…
UnsafeBlue CheeseBlue cheese can be risky for dogs and should be avoided.
UnsafeGarlic BreadGarlic bread should be treated as unsafe because garlic is toxic for dogs.
Safe foods in small amounts
Plain, simple options that may be okay for many dogs when served sensibly.
Yes. Plain Peas can be okay for many dogs in small amounts.
SafePlain Chicken BreastPlain, fully cooked, boneless, unseasoned chicken breast is generally safe for dogs in small amounts.
SafeBoiled ChickenPlain, fully cooked, boneless, unseasoned boiled chicken is generally safe for dogs in small amounts. Do not give…
SafePlain Cooked Turkey BreastPlain, fully cooked, boneless, unseasoned turkey breast is generally safe for dogs in small amounts as an occasional…
SafeCooked Lean BeefPlain, thoroughly cooked lean beef is generally safe for dogs in small amounts. It should be unseasoned and…
SafeBell PeppersPlain bell peppers are generally safe for dogs to eat in small amounts. Offer only the flesh, washed…
SafeCooked Acorn SquashPlain cooked acorn squash flesh is generally safe for dogs in small amounts, but only if it is…
SafeCooked Butternut SquashPlain, fully cooked butternut squash is generally safe for dogs in small amounts.
Foods that need caution
These may depend on the amount, preparation, added ingredients, or your dog’s reaction.
Currants is a caution item. It is not something to offer routinely; risk depends on ingredients, amount, and…
CautionGummy CandyDo not give Gummy Candy to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
CautionAsiago CheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
CautionBeansBeans are a broad group. Plain cooked green beans are commonly used as a dog-safe snack, while coffee…
CautionBreadBread is a broad group. Plain baked bread is usually a caution/low-value food, while raw dough, raisin bread,…
CautionCheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
CautionCottage CheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
CautionCream CheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
Did your dog eat something risky?
If your dog ate grapes, chocolate, xylitol, onion, medication, alcohol, coffee, or another risky item, contact a veterinarian or pet poison control immediately. Do not wait for symptoms if the item may be unsafe.
If symptoms appear, the amount was large, or ingredients are unclear, contact a veterinarian.
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Almond Butter may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionAlmond MilkAlmond Milk may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionAlmondsAlmonds are not toxic like macadamia nuts, but they are not recommended for dogs.
CautionApple SeedsApple seeds are not a safe dog treat. Small accidental exposures are usually a concern because the seeds…
CautionAsiago CheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
CautionAvocadoAvocado is best avoided or treated with caution for dogs.
CautionBaconBacon is not recommended for dogs because it is very salty and fatty.
CautionBbq SauceBbq Sauce may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBeansBeans are a broad group. Plain cooked green beans are commonly used as a dog-safe snack, while coffee…
CautionBeefBeef may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBeetsBeets may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBiscuitsBiscuits may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBlackberriesBlackberries may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBone BrothBone Broth may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBreadBread is a broad group. Plain baked bread is usually a caution/low-value food, while raw dough, raisin bread,…
CautionBroccoliDogs can eat small amounts of plain broccoli, but too much may upset the stomach.
CautionBrown RiceBrown Rice may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBrownie MixBrownie Mix may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionBrussels SproutsPlain Brussels sprouts are not considered toxic to dogs, but they can cause gas, bloating, vomiting, or diarrhea,…
CautionButterButter may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCabbageCabbage may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCakePlain cake is not a good dog food and should be avoided. Many cakes contain ingredients that can…
CautionCandyMost candy is not a good choice for dogs and some candy is dangerous.
CautionCandy CanesDo not give Candy Canes to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
CautionCanned SoupCanned Soup may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCanned TunaCanned Tuna may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCantaloupeCantaloupe may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCaramelDo not give Caramel to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a poison…
CautionCashew ButterCashew Butter may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCashewsPlain cashews may be tolerated in tiny amounts, but they are fatty and not ideal.
CautionCerealCereal may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
CautionCherriesCherries may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionChicken Noodle SoupPlain, unseasoned chicken and noodles are usually low risk in small amounts, but chicken noodle soup is often…
CautionCinnamonCinnamon may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCinnemonCinnemon may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCoconutCoconut may be tolerated in small amounts, but it is fatty and can upset stomachs.
CautionCoconut MilkCoconut Milk may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCompostCompost may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCooked CodCooked Cod may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCooked Lean PorkCooked Lean Pork may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCooked ParsnipsCooked Parsnips may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCooked TurnipsCooked Turnips may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCooked WhitefishPlain, fully cooked whitefish can usually be a low-risk treat for dogs, but only if it is boneless…
CautionCookiesMost cookies are not a good dog snack. Plain cookie crumbs may cause stomach upset, but many cookies…
CautionCornPlain cooked corn kernels are generally low risk for most dogs, but corn on the cob is dangerous…
CautionCorn CobsCorn Cobs may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCottage CheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
CautionCrab MeatPlain, fully cooked crab meat can be a cautious occasional treat for some dogs, but only if all…
CautionCrackersPlain crackers are not usually toxic to dogs, but many are too salty, fatty, or seasoned to be…
CautionCream CheeseCheese and dairy are a broad group. Some dogs tolerate tiny amounts, while lactose, fat, salt, flavorings, and…
CautionCream SoupCream Soup may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionCurrantsCurrants is a caution item. It is not something to offer routinely; risk depends on ingredients, amount, and…
CautionDeli MeatSmall accidental tastes of plain deli meat are not usually an emergency, but deli meat is not a…
CautionDuckDuck may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionEggplantEggplant may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionFalafelFalafel may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionFish BonesFish Bones may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionFrench FriesFrench Fries may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionFrostingFrosting is a caution item. It is not something to offer routinely; risk depends on ingredients, amount, and…
CautionGranolaGranola may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionGrape JellyGrape Jelly may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionGrape JuiceGrape Juice may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionGravyPlain gravy is not a good dog food. Small accidental licks are often only a stomach-upset risk, but…
CautionGround BeefGround Beef may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionGummy CandyDo not give Gummy Candy to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
CautionHamHam may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionHash BrownsHash Browns may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionHoneyHoney is not needed for dogs and should only be given, if at all, in tiny amounts.
CautionHoneydew MelonPlain honeydew melon is generally safe for dogs in small amounts if the rind and seeds are removed,…
CautionHot DogsHot Dogs may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionHummusHummus is not a good dog snack. Most hummus contains garlic or onion, plus salt, lemon, and oil,…
CautionIce CreamIce Cream may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionJelly BeansBeans are a broad group. Plain cooked green beans are commonly used as a dog-safe snack, while coffee…
CautionKetchupKetchup may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionLambLamb may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionLemonLemon may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionLentilsLentils may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionLicorice CandyDo not give Licorice Candy to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
CautionLimeLime may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionLollipopsDo not give Lollipops to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a poison…
CautionMarshmallowsDo not give Marshmallows to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a poison…
CautionMashed PotatoesMashed Potatoes may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionMayonnaiseMayonnaise may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionMilkMilk may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionMuffinsMuffins are not a safe dog food. Many muffins contain ingredients that can upset the stomach or be…
CautionMushroom SoupMushrooms are a broad category. Some store-bought edible mushrooms may be less concerning when plain, while wild mushrooms…
CautionMushroomsMushrooms are a broad category. Some store-bought edible mushrooms may be less concerning when plain, while wild mushrooms…
CautionMustardMustard may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionOat MilkOat Milk may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionOlivesOlives may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionOrangesOranges may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPancakesPancakes may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPanncakesPanncakes may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPastaPasta is a broad category. Plain cooked pasta may be lower concern, but sauces, garlic, onion, cheese, salt,…
CautionPeachesPeaches may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPeanut ButterPlain peanut butter can be safe, but avoid xylitol and added sweeteners.
CautionPeanutsNuts are a broad group. Some unsalted nuts may be tolerated by some dogs, while macadamia nuts are…
CautionPeppermint CandyDo not give Peppermint Candy to dogs. A small accidental amount may not be the same as a…
CautionPepperoniPepperoni may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPicklesPickles may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPizzaPizza may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPlain BarleyPlain, fully cooked barley is generally safe for most dogs in small amounts, but uncooked barley, salty seasonings,…
CautionPlain CouscousPlain Couscous may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPlain Greek YogurtPlain Greek Yogurt may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPlain QuinoaPlain, fully cooked quinoa is generally low-risk for dogs in small amounts, but it should be rinsed and…
CautionPlumsPlums may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPopcornPlain air-popped popcorn may be okay in tiny amounts, but many versions are unsafe.
CautionPorkPlain cooked pork may be okay, but fatty or seasoned pork is risky.
CautionPork BonesPork bones are not a safe dog treat. Cooked pork bones are especially dangerous because they can splinter,…
CautionPotatoesPotatoes may be okay in some cases, but ingredients, amount, and your dog’s reaction matter.
CautionPretzelsPlain pretzels are not considered toxic to dogs, but they are a salty processed snack and are best…
How to read our safety levels
DogFoodSafe is a general safety guide, not a replacement for veterinary care.
Generally okay for many dogs when served plain and in sensible amounts.
May depend on portion size, preparation, added ingredients, or your dog’s sensitivity.
Should be avoided. Contact a veterinarian or pet poison control if your dog ate it.
Important: Dogs can react individually. Size, age, health, medication, amount eaten, and added ingredients can change the risk. DogFoodSafe may contain errors or outdated information despite careful review. If you are unsure, your dog has symptoms, or your dog may have eaten something unsafe, always contact your veterinarian or a pet poison control service.
