🟢 Safe to Feed
These foods are safe for most healthy dogs when offered in reasonable amounts:
- lean cooked meat;
- boneless sea fish;
- eggs (fully cooked);
- carrots;
- cucumbers;
- zucchini;
- pumpkin;
- plain cooked rice;
- pears;
- melon;
- lettuce;
- bananas;
- peanut butter without xylitol;
- spinach.
However! Even safe foods should never replace a complete and balanced diet.
🟡 Safe in Moderation
These foods are not toxic, but should only be offered occasionally and in small portions.
- cheese;
- plain unsweetened yogurt;
- seedless watermelon;
- melon;
- pineapple;
- sausages;
- tomatoes;
- broccoli;
- potatoes;
- berries;
- apples without seeds;
- bread;
- mushrooms.
Too much fatty food can cause digestive upset and may even trigger pancreatitis.
🟠 Better to Avoid
These foods are not usually poisonous, but they may cause health problems.
- fatty meat;
- fried food;
- processed meats and smoked meats;
- raw meat and raw eggs (due to the risk of bacterial infections such as Salmonella);
- nuts (many are high in fat, and some are toxic to dogs);
- stone fruits — the pits may cause intestinal obstruction;
- popcorn;
- shrimp;
- cherries;
- corn;
- hot peppers;
- celery;
- marshmallows.
Cooked bones and wooden skewers should also be avoided, as they can injure or even perforate the stomach or intestines.
🔴 Strictly Forbidden
Some foods are genuinely dangerous for dogs.
🍫 Chocolate
Chocolate contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs.
The higher the cocoa content, the more dangerous it is. As little as 100 grams of dark chocolate can be fatal for a small dog.
Coffee and tea should also be avoided for the same reason.
🧅 Onions and Garlic
Onions and garlic (including cooked or fried) damage red blood cells and may cause severe anemia.
🍇 Grapes and Raisins
This is one of the most unpredictable toxicities.
Some dogs can eat grapes throughout their lives without any problems, while others may develop acute kidney failure after eating just a single grape.
🥑 Avocado
Avocados may cause digestive upset in dogs, and large amounts may negatively affect the heart muscle.
🥜 Certain Nuts
Some nuts are toxic to dogs, while most others are simply too high in fat.
🍬 Xylitol
Xylitol is an artificial sweetener commonly found in chewing gum, candy, baked goods, and sugar-free products.
Even a small amount can cause a life-threatening drop in blood sugar.
❤️ Pomegranate
🍬 Candy and Sweets
🍻 Beer and Any Alcoholic Beverage
A Little Story from Our Own Experience 😊
When we picked up little Ivi from her breeder, he showed us this chart explaining which foods dogs can safely eat, which should be given in moderation, and which are strictly forbidden.
As you can see, the chart had already suffered a little at the paws — or rather, teeth — of his own dogs. But later we noticed the funniest part: they had chewed only the section listing the foods that were safe to eat.
The forbidden section was left almost completely untouched.
So apparently, the dogs had read the instructions too. 🐾
The Golden Rule
If you are unsure whether a food is safe for your dog, consult your veterinarian before offering it.
Remember: the healthiest diet for your dog is a high-quality complete dog food or a properly balanced homemade diet. Human food should remain an occasional treat, not a regular part of the menu.
