A-Z Index

Ingredient safety index

Find source-backed safety notes for dogs and cats.

A B C D F G M N O R S X

A

Alcohol

Alcohol and foods containing alcohol are unsafe for dogs and cats.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Toxic

Avocado

Avocado is not a good treat for dogs or cats; pits, leaves, and large amounts raise the concern.

Medium risk Dogs: Use caution Cats: Use caution

B

Bread Dough

Raw yeast bread dough is unsafe because it can expand in the stomach and produce alcohol.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Toxic

C

Caffeine

Caffeine is unsafe for dogs and cats and can affect the heart and nervous system.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Toxic

Chicken

Plain cooked chicken is usually safe for dogs and cats in small amounts, but bones, seasoning, and raw handling risks matter.

Low risk Dogs: Usually safe Cats: Usually safe

Chocolate

Chocolate is unsafe for dogs and cats. The risk depends on the type and amount eaten.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Toxic

Coconut

Small amounts of coconut are not likely to cause serious harm, but oils can cause stomach upset.

Medium risk Dogs: Use caution Cats: Use caution

D

Dairy

Milk and dairy can cause digestive upset in dogs and cats because many pets do not digest lactose well.

Medium risk Dogs: Use caution Cats: Use caution

F

Fatty Foods

Fatty table scraps can cause digestive upset and may contribute to pancreatitis risk in some pets.

Medium risk Dogs: Use caution Cats: Use caution

G

Garlic

Garlic is unsafe for dogs and cats and can damage red blood cells.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Toxic

Grapes

Grapes are dangerous for dogs and should be kept away from cats too.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Use caution

M

Macadamia Nuts

Macadamia nuts are toxic to dogs; cats should avoid them as a fatty food.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Use caution

N

Nuts

Many nuts are high in oils and fats and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, or pancreatitis risk.

Medium risk Dogs: Use caution Cats: Use caution

O

Onion

Onion is unsafe for dogs and cats and can damage red blood cells.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Toxic

R

Raisins

Raisins are dangerous for dogs and should be treated like grapes.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Use caution

Raw Eggs

Raw eggs can carry bacteria and may interfere with vitamin absorption over time.

Medium risk Dogs: Use caution Cats: Use caution

Raw Meat

Raw meat can expose pets and people to bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli.

Medium risk Dogs: Use caution Cats: Use caution

S

Salt

Excess salt can be dangerous for dogs and cats.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Toxic

X

Xylitol

Xylitol is extremely dangerous for dogs and should be kept away from all pets.

High risk Dogs: Toxic Cats: Avoid