Dog

Dogs are omnivores and can safely eat many fruits, vegetables, and cooked foods in moderation. However, some common ingredients like chocolate, grapes, onions, and xylitol are highly toxic to dogs.

Apple

Supplement

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

From: Apple

Avoid

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

From: Apple

Supplement

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

From: Apple

Toxic

Apple seeds contain cyanogenic compounds and should not be fed.
Apple skin

From: Apple

Treat

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

From: Beef

Toxic

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

From: Bread

Avoid

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

From: Bread

Avoid

Avoid: raisins/grapes can be dangerous for dogs.
Sourdough bread (plain)

From: Bread

Treat

Often OK in small amounts; some dogs may still get stomach upset.
White bread (plain)

From: Bread

Treat

Plain white bread is usually safe as a tiny treat, but offers little nutrition.
Whole wheat bread (plain)

From: Bread

Treat

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

Safe

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

Avoid

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

From: Cherry

Treat

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

From: Cherry

Toxic

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

Safe

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

From: Chicken

Toxic

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

Toxic

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

From: Chocolate

Toxic

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

From: Chocolate

Toxic

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

From: Chocolate

Avoid

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

Supplement

Plain lettuce is generally safe for dogs as a low-calorie supplemental food.
Green leaf lettuce

From: Lettuce

Supplement

Generally safe for dogs in small plain portions.
Iceberg lettuce

From: Lettuce

Treat

Not harmful in small amounts but offers little nutrition.
Red leaf lettuce

From: Lettuce

Supplement

Generally safe for dogs in small plain portions.
Romaine lettuce

From: Lettuce

Supplement

Romaine is generally safe for dogs in small plain portions.
Onion

Avoid

Onion can damage red blood cells in dogs and may cause anemia.
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.
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.
Greek yogurt (plain)

From: Yogurt

Safe

Often OK; typically lower lactose. Prefer plain.
Plain yogurt (unsweetened)

From: Yogurt

Safe

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