Stop! 9 foods you must never give a dog

ET Online

May 31, 2025

Chocolate

Contains theobromine, which can affect the heart and nervous system, even a small amount can be dangerous.

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Grapes & Raisins

They may seem harmless, but they can cause sudden kidney failure in dogs.

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Onions & Garlic

These can damage your dog’s red blood cells, leading to anaemia, whether raw, cooked, or powdered.

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Avocado

It contains persin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhoea in dogs.

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Caffeine

Found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, it’s toxic to dogs and can lead to restlessness, fast heart rate, or seizures.

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Alcohol

Even small sips can cause breathing problems, coordination issues, or even coma in dogs.

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Xylitol (in sugar-free gum or sweets)

It can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar and lead to liver damage or death.

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Bones (especially cooked ones)

Cooked bones can splinter and injure your dog’s mouth or digestive tract.

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Dough with yeast

Raw dough expands in the stomach and produces gas, this can be painful and even life-threatening.

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