Can dogs eat milk chocolate?
Toxic
Milk chocolate is toxic to dogs due to methylxanthines and can cause serious illness.
Quick notes
- See full page (types/parts/rules)
- Unsafe if contains: cocoa, cacao, theobromine, caffeine
Sources
All pets (comparison)
| Pet | Safety | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dog | Toxic | Milk chocolate is toxic to dogs due to methylxanthines and can cause serious illness. |
| Cat | Toxic | Toxic to cats; ingestion may cause significant neurologic and cardiac effects. |
| Rabbit | Toxic | Toxic and inappropriate for rabbits. |
| Parrot | Toxic | Toxic to parrots and should never be fed. |