Can my dog eat…?
Quick verdicts on 24 everyday foods, grouped by risk. Tap a card for the full answer with sources.
Safe in moderation
ApplesYes · no core or seedsSlice it and remove the core and seeds first.Read the full answer →
BananasYes · in moderationSmall pieces as an occasional treat. High in sugar.Read the full answer →
BlueberriesYesA small, low-calorie treat for most dogs.Read the full answer →CarrotsYesCrunchy, low-calorie, great for training. Cut into bite-size pieces.Read the full answer →ChickenYes · cooked, bonelessPlain cooked meat. Never cooked bones.Read the full answer →CucumbersYesHydrating and almost calorie-free. Pickles are a no.Read the full answer →EggsYes · cookedPlain scrambled or hard-boiled. Not raw.Read the full answer →MangoYes · no skin or pitPeeled, pitted, cut small. High in sugar, so keep it occasional.Read the full answer →OrangesYes · a segment or twoPeeled, seedless segments. Skip the peel and the juice.Read the full answer →PineappleYes · fresh onlyA few chunks of fresh fruit. No core, skin or canned syrup.Read the full answer →PumpkinYes · plain onlyPlain cooked or 100% canned pumpkin. Never pie filling.Read the full answer →RiceYes · plain cookedPlain white rice is a classic bland food for upset stomachs.Read the full answer →StrawberriesYes · in moderationSliced, stems off. A few a day at most.Read the full answer →Sweet potatoesYes · cookedCooked, peeled and plain. Never raw.Read the full answer →WatermelonYes · no seeds or rindHydrating summer treat. Remove all seeds and the rind.Read the full answer →Only with care
AvocadoSmall amounts · no pitA little plain flesh at most. Pit, skin and leaves are risky; guacamole is a no.Read the full answer →
CheeseSmall amountsFatty, and some dogs don’t digest lactose well.Read the full answer →
Peanut butterCheck the labelNever a brand with xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.Read the full answer →PopcornPlain only · a littlePlain air-popped is OK. Butter, salt, toppings and kernels aren’t.Read the full answer →TomatoesRipe only · rarelyRipe red flesh is OK occasionally. Green tomatoes, leaves and stems are not.Read the full answer →
CheeseSmall amountsFatty, and some dogs don’t digest lactose well.Read the full answer →Peanut butterCheck the labelNever a brand with xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.Read the full answer →PopcornPlain only · a littlePlain air-popped is OK. Butter, salt, toppings and kernels aren’t.Read the full answer →TomatoesRipe only · rarelyRipe red flesh is OK occasionally. Green tomatoes, leaves and stems are not.Read the full answer →Keep away — toxic or dangerous
CherriesNot recommendedPits, stems and leaves contain cyanide. Pits can also cause blockages.Read the full answer →
ChocolateNo · toxicTheobromine and caffeine. Dark chocolate is the most dangerous.Read the full answer →
Grapes & raisinsNo · toxicLinked to kidney injury in dogs. No known safe amount.Read the full answer →
Onions & garlicNo · toxicCan damage red blood cells in dogs and cats.Read the full answer →
ChocolateNo · toxicTheobromine and caffeine. Dark chocolate is the most dangerous.Read the full answer →Grapes & raisinsNo · toxicLinked to kidney injury in dogs. No known safe amount.Read the full answer →Onions & garlicNo · toxicCan damage red blood cells in dogs and cats.Read the full answer →We haven’t covered that food yet. Until we do, please ask your veterinarian before sharing it.
Pet ate something it shouldn’t?
Call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (a consultation fee may apply).