Dog food safety answer
Unsafe: Dogs should not eat baking chocolate
No. Baking Chocolate should not be given to dogs. Contact a veterinarian if your dog ate it.
If your dog may have eaten something unsafe, contact a veterinarian or pet poison control now.
Safe forms versus unsafe versions
Unsafe versions
- Plain baking chocolate, including bars, blocks, chips, and cocoa-heavy baking products.
- Foods containing baking chocolate, such as brownies, chocolate cake, chocolate frosting, cookies, fudge, and homemade desserts.
- Mixed desserts where the amount of baking chocolate is unclear.
Safe forms
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog ate baking chocolate or is showing concerning symptoms, contact a veterinarian or pet poison control immediately.
Bottom line
No. Baking Chocolate should not be given to dogs. Contact a veterinarian if your dog ate it. Contact your veterinarian or pet poison control now. Do not wait for symptoms.
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