Dog care guide
Everything on this site for dog owners is gathered here: 43 foods checked for dogs, 43 plants rated for dogs, 20 guides on care and behavior, and 4 calculators.
Can my dog eat it?
- Dogs · No
Can Dogs Eat Chocolate?
No. Chocolate is toxic to dogs. The darker and more bitter the chocolate, the more dangerous it is.
- Dogs · No
Can Dogs Eat Grapes or Raisins?
No. Grapes and raisins can cause sudden kidney failure in dogs, and there is no known safe amount.
- Dogs · Yes
Can Dogs Eat Bananas?
Yes, in moderation. Bananas are safe but high in sugar, so keep portions small.
- Dogs · With care
Can Dogs Eat Cheese?
Yes, most dogs can eat cheese in small amounts. Choose low-fat, plain cheese and use it as an occasional treat.
- Dogs · With care
Can Dogs Eat Avocado?
Avocado is best avoided for dogs. A little plain avocado flesh is unlikely to poison a dog, but it is very fatty and the pit is a serious hazard.
- Dogs · With care
Can Dogs Eat Peanut Butter?
Yes, dogs can eat peanut butter as long as it contains no xylitol. Plain, unsalted peanut butter is fine in small amounts.
All 43 foods Fruits dogs can and can’t eat Vegetables dogs can and can’t eat
Plants in your home
- Dogs · Toxic
Is Sago Palm Toxic to Dogs and Cats?
Yes. Sago palm is highly toxic to both dogs and cats and can cause liver failure.
- Dogs · Mildly toxic
Is Pothos Toxic to Cats and Dogs?
Pothos is mildly toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing pothos causes mouth irritation and drooling, but serious illness is rare.
- Dogs · Non-toxic
Is Money Tree (Pachira) Safe for Cats and Dogs?
Yes. The money tree (Pachira aquatica) is non-toxic to cats and dogs.
- Dogs · Mildly toxic
Is Aloe Vera Toxic to Dogs and Cats?
Aloe vera is mildly toxic to cats and dogs. Eating aloe leaves can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs and cats.
- Dogs · Mildly toxic
Are Lilies Toxic to Cats and Dogs?
For cats, yes: true lilies and daylilies can cause fatal kidney failure. For dogs they are much less dangerous and usually cause only mild stomach upset.
- Dogs · Non-toxic
Is Catnip Safe for Cats and Dogs?
Catnip is mildly toxic to cats and non-toxic to dogs. Cats that eat a lot of catnip may vomit or have diarrhea, but no serious poisoning is expected.
Plants that are safe for cats and dogs Toxic and Safe Plants
Care and health
Keeping Pets Safe in Hot Weather
Winter Safety for Dogs and Cats
Pet First Aid
Halloween Pet Safety
Thanksgiving Pet Safety
Christmas Pet Safety
Lunar New Year Pet Safety
Dog or Cat Ate Rat Poison? What to Do Right Now
Dog or Cat Ate Something It Shouldn't? What to Do in the First Hour
When to Spay or Neuter a Dog or Cat, and How to Care After Surgery
Behavior problems
Strays, lost dogs and fostering
Breeds and dog parks
Most Popular Dog Breeds by Country
The No. 1 dog breed in 18 countries, from official kennel club registration rankings, plus which breeds people read about most on Wikipedia.
ExploreDog Parks by City
Maps of dog parks, off-leash areas and dog-friendly parks in 10 cities, with size, fencing and directions.
ExploreTools
Dog Age Calculator
Convert your dog’s age to human years, adjusted for size, with the life stage it is in.
Open toolPet Food Calculator
Estimate daily calories and grams or cups of food for your dog or cat, using the formula vets use.
Open toolPet Name Generator
Name ideas by style and gender, from cute and classic to food, nature and mythology.
Open toolHow Dogs and Cats See
Point your camera at the room and see it in the colors and sharpness a dog or cat sees, based on vision research.
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