Dog

Dogs are omnivores and can benefit from a varied diet based on high-quality commercial pet food. Occasional human-safe fruits and vegetables can be fed as treats in moderation.

Important notes

Avoid toxic foods like chocolate, grapes, onions, garlic, and xylitol.
Keep treats below 10% of daily calories to maintain a balanced diet.
Always introduce new foods slowly and watch for signs of digestive upset.

Include food parts and forms

Apple
Supplement

Apple can be a useful small dietary supplement for dogs when core and seeds are removed before feeding.
Banana
Treat

Banana is safe in small amounts, but due to sugar it should be an occasional treat only.
Beef
Safe

Plain cooked lean beef is generally safe for dogs in appropriate portions.
Blueberry
Supplement

Blueberries provide antioxidants and fiber, making them a useful small dietary supplement for dogs when fed in moderation.
Bread
Treat

Often OK in small amounts, but depends heavily on ingredients (raisins, xylitol, garlic/onion) and portion size.
Broccoli
Treat

Plain broccoli can be offered in small amounts, but too much may cause stomach upset and large stalk pieces can be a choking risk.
Carrot
Safe

Plain carrot is generally safe for dogs and can be offered regularly in appropriate portions.
Celery
Safe

Celery is safe for dogs and can help with dental health due to its crunchy texture.
Cherry
Avoid

Whole cherries are not recommended due to pit/stem risks; use only pitted flesh in tiny amounts.
Chicken
Safe

Plain cooked chicken is a generally safe protein choice for dogs when unseasoned and boneless.
Chocolate
Toxic

Chocolate is toxic to dogs due to methylxanthines (theobromine/caffeine). Darker chocolate is generally more dangerous.
Grape
Toxic

Grapes and raisins can cause kidney damage in dogs and should be avoided.
Lettuce
Supplement

Plain lettuce is generally safe for dogs as a low-calorie supplemental food.
Onion
Avoid

Onion can damage red blood cells in dogs and may cause anemia.
Orange
Treat

Plain orange flesh can be offered in small amounts, but the peel and seeds should be removed.
Peanut butter
Treat

Plain xylitol-free peanut butter can be offered in small amounts occasionally. High fat can trigger GI upset in some dogs.
Potato
Treat

Plain cooked potato is often OK in small amounts. Raw/green/sprouted potatoes are risky.
Raisin
Toxic

Raisins and grapes can cause kidney damage in dogs and should be avoided.
Spinach
Supplement

Small portions of plain spinach can be used occasionally as a supplemental vegetable.
White rice
Supplement

Plain cooked white rice can be used as a simple supplemental carb in small amounts.
Yogurt
Treat

Often OK in small amounts if plain and unsweetened. Watch lactose and sugar.
Apple core
Avoid

Core is a choking/obstruction risk and may include seeds.

From: Apple
Apple flesh
Supplement

Apple flesh can be a useful small dietary supplement for dogs when fed seed-free and in moderation.

From: Apple
Apple seeds
Toxic

Apple seeds contain cyanogenic compounds and should not be fed.

From: Apple
Apple skin
Treat

Usually tolerated, but may be harder to digest for some dogs.

From: Apple
Beef bones
Toxic

Beef bones can crack teeth and may cause choking or obstruction.

From: Beef
Garlic bread
Avoid

Avoid: garlic (and often onion) is not recommended for dogs; butter/fat can also upset digestion.

From: Bread
Raisin bread
Avoid

Avoid: raisins/grapes can be dangerous for dogs.

From: Bread
Sourdough bread (plain)
Treat

Often OK in small amounts; some dogs may still get stomach upset.

From: Bread
White bread (plain)
Treat

Plain white bread is usually safe as a tiny treat, but offers little nutrition.

From: Bread
Whole wheat bread (plain)
Treat

Usually OK in small amounts; still watch ingredients and portion size.

From: Bread
Cherry flesh
Treat

Pitted cherry flesh may be offered in very small amounts occasionally.

From: Cherry
Cherry pit
Toxic

Cherry pits are unsafe: choking/obstruction risk and cyanide exposure if crushed.

From: Cherry
Chicken bones
Toxic

Cooked chicken bones can splinter and cause choking, mouth injury, or obstruction.

From: Chicken
Dark chocolate
Toxic

Dark chocolate is highly toxic to dogs because it contains more methylxanthines than milk chocolate.

From: Chocolate
Milk chocolate
Toxic

Milk chocolate is toxic to dogs due to methylxanthines and can cause serious illness.

From: Chocolate
White chocolate
Avoid

Lower methylxanthines than dark chocolate, but still not recommended due to fat/sugar load and possible cocoa contamination.

From: Chocolate
Green leaf lettuce
Supplement

Generally safe for dogs in small plain portions.

From: Lettuce
Iceberg lettuce
Treat

Not harmful in small amounts but offers little nutrition.

From: Lettuce
Red leaf lettuce
Supplement

Generally safe for dogs in small plain portions.

From: Lettuce
Romaine lettuce
Supplement

Romaine is generally safe for dogs in small plain portions.

From: Lettuce
Orange flesh
Treat

Plain peeled orange flesh can be offered in small amounts occasionally.

From: Orange
Orange membrane
Treat

A small amount of membrane is usually tolerated, but it may be fibrous and harder to digest than the flesh.

From: Orange
Orange seeds
Avoid

Orange seeds should be removed before feeding to reduce choking and digestive risk.

From: Orange
Orange skin
Avoid

Orange peel is tough to digest and may cause stomach upset or choking risk.

From: Orange
Greek yogurt (plain)
Safe

Often OK; typically lower lactose. Prefer plain.

From: Yogurt
Plain yogurt (unsweetened)
Safe

Plain, unsweetened yogurt is usually safe as a small treat.

From: Yogurt