Short, honest answers to the food questions dog owners actually ask. Every page starts with a clear yes or no, explains why, and tells you how much is safe and how to serve it. Answers are checked against the American Kennel Club (AKC) and the ASPCA.
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Yes — safe for dogs
- Can dogs eat shrimp? Yes, in moderation
Plain, fully cooked, shell and tail removed. - Can dogs eat celery? Yes
Low calorie and crunchy — cut into small pieces. - Can dogs eat raspberries? Yes, in moderation
Antioxidants and fibre — a few berries at a time. - Can dogs eat honey? Yes, small amounts only
Very high in sugar — a little goes a long way. - Can dogs eat cantaloupe? Yes, in moderation
Rind and seeds off, small cubes, watch the sugar. - Can dogs eat blueberries? Yes
Antioxidant-rich and low calorie — fresh or frozen. - Can dogs have mango? Yes, in moderation
Flesh only — peel it and remove the pit. - Can dogs have peaches? Yes, flesh only
Small pieces of flesh — never the pit.
No — toxic, do not feed
- Can dogs have onions? No — toxic
Toxic in every form: raw, cooked or powdered.
With caution
- Can dogs have cinnamon? With caution
Small amounts are not toxic, but best avoided. - Can dogs eat tomatoes? With caution
Ripe red flesh only, in small amounts — green parts are toxic.
More foods coming soon
We are adding more foods one at a time — apples, bananas, carrots, cucumbers, watermelon, strawberries and more — each checked the same way before it is published.
How we answer
Every answer follows the same pattern: a direct yes or no first, then why, then how much and how to serve it. Treats — even safe ones — should stay within about 10% of your dog’s daily calories, as the AKC advises. Dogs are individuals: a food one dog tolerates can upset another, so introduce any new food slowly and in a small amount.
This site is general information, reviewed for accuracy against AKC and ASPCA guidance. It is not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog has a health condition, is on a prescription diet, or has eaten something you are worried about, ask your vet.