Dog food safety, made simple
Can My Dog Eat This?
Search our dog-friendly food guide to discover what's safe, what isn't, and how much your dog can have.
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How we label foods
Every food in our database carries one of four labels, always shown in words as well as colour.
Generally considered dog-friendly when served appropriately.
Can generally be eaten but portion size or preparation matters.
Not recommended for dogs.
Potentially dangerous and should not be intentionally fed to dogs.
Popular Foods for Dogs
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AVOIDNuts & Seeds
Almonds
Almonds are not toxic to dogs in the way macadamia nuts or grapes are. The reasons to skip them are practical: whole nuts can choke or block, the fat can upset digestion, and most almond products are salted, coated or flavoured.
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SAFEFruit
Apples
Apples can be an occasional treat for many dogs when served plain and properly prepared. They contain fiber and several nutrients, but they also contain natural sugar and should not replace a complete and balanced diet. Wash the apple, remove the stem, seeds and core, and cut the flesh into appropriately sized pieces before serving.
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AVOIDFruit
Avocado
Dogs are much less sensitive to avocado than birds and some livestock. The practical dog risks are the pit, which can choke or block, the high fat content, and guacamole, which usually contains onion and garlic.
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SAFEFruit
Banana
Peeled banana flesh is not toxic to dogs and is a common ingredient in homemade treats. It is relatively high in natural sugar, so keep servings small.
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SAFEMeat
Beef
Plain cooked beef is a familiar protein that most dogs handle well as a treat or food topper. It should be cooked through, unseasoned, trimmed of excess fat and served without cooked bones. Beef alone is not a complete diet.
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SAFEFruit
Blackberries
Blackberries are commonly listed among the fruits dogs can eat. They are low in sugar for a fruit, high in fibre and antioxidants, and soft enough to need very little preparation. Keep portions small and stick to plain berries rather than sweetened products.
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SAFEFruit
Blueberries
Plain fresh or frozen blueberries are widely considered a dog-friendly treat. Serve them in small amounts alongside a complete diet.
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LIMITGrains
Bread
Plain baked bread in small amounts is generally not toxic to most dogs, though it is mainly empty calories. The real danger is raw yeast dough, which can expand in the stomach and produce ethanol — a veterinary emergency.
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Sweet Potato Dog Chews
Single-ingredient dehydrated sweet potato slices — a slow, chewy treat with nothing added.
Main ingredients: Sweet potato
Peanut Butter Banana Bites
Tiny no-bake bites made with xylitol-free peanut butter, banana and oats. High value, small portions.
Main ingredients: Peanut butter, Banana, Oats
Frozen Blueberry Dog Treats
No-bake frozen treats made with blueberries and plain yoghurt. A cooling option for warm days.
Main ingredients: Blueberries, Plain yoghurt
Learn More About Feeding Your Dog
How Many Treats Can a Dog Have Each Day?
Why treat amounts depend on your dog rather than a universal number, and how to talk to your vet about it.
Read guideIntroducing New Foods to Your Dog Safely
A calm, step-by-step approach to trying a new food without upsetting your dog's stomach.
Read guideFoods Commonly Considered Toxic to Dogs
A plain-language overview of the foods that appear consistently on veterinary toxin lists.
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Kyo is the reason this site exists. Every time he stared at something on the kitchen counter, we ended up searching for whether it was safe — and finding pages that took far too long to answer.
So we started writing the answers we wanted to read: the verdict first, the details underneath, and a clear reminder of when to call a vet.
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