Can my pet eat this?

Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, which dogs process slowly. Dark chocolate and baking chocolate are the most dangerous.

Grapes can cause sudden kidney failure in dogs, and the toxic dose is unpredictable.

Raisins are dried grapes and carry the same risk of kidney failure, in a more concentrated form.

Onions damage red blood cells and can cause anemia in dogs. Raw, cooked and powdered forms are all harmful.

Garlic is related to onions and can damage red blood cells. It is more potent by weight than onion.

Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, tremors, vomiting and fever in dogs.

Caffeine overstimulates a dog's nervous system and heart.

Even small amounts of alcohol can cause vomiting, low body temperature and breathing problems in dogs.

Cooked bones splinter and can pierce the mouth, throat or intestines, or cause a blockage.

Xylitol causes a dangerous drop in blood sugar and can lead to liver failure in dogs.

The flesh has low amounts of persin and is usually mild for dogs, but the pit is a choking and blockage risk and the fat can upset the stomach.

Cheese is not toxic, but many dogs are lactose sensitive and it is high in fat.

Ripe tomato flesh is generally fine for dogs, but the green parts (stems, leaves, unripe fruit) contain tomatine and can cause stomach upset.

Plain cooked potato is okay for dogs. Raw potato and green skins contain solanine, which is harmful.

Plain baked bread is okay for dogs in small amounts but offers little nutrition.

Many dogs are lactose sensitive, and milk can cause gas and diarrhea.

Tuna is fine for dogs in small amounts, but it contains mercury.

Fully cooked salmon is healthy for dogs. Raw salmon from the Pacific Northwest can carry a parasite that is deadly to dogs.

Bacon is very salty and fatty, which can upset the stomach and contribute to pancreatitis.

Broccoli is safe in small amounts, but the florets contain isothiocyanates that can upset the stomach, and large amounts can be harmful.

Plain store-bought mushrooms are generally safe, but many wild mushrooms are deadly and hard to tell apart.

Coconut flesh is not toxic to dogs but is high in fat and can cause loose stools.

Cinnamon is not highly toxic, but large amounts of the powder can irritate the mouth and lungs.

Ice cream is high in sugar and fat, and many dogs are lactose sensitive. Chocolate or xylitol flavors are dangerous.

Plain peanut butter is fine for most dogs in small amounts, as long as it has no xylitol.

Cooked eggs are a good source of protein for dogs.

Bananas are safe for dogs in small amounts.

Apple flesh is a crunchy, low-calorie treat for dogs.

Blueberries are a safe, low-calorie treat for dogs.

Strawberries are safe for dogs in small amounts.

Watermelon is mostly water and a refreshing treat for dogs.

Carrots are a low-calorie, crunchy treat for dogs.

Cucumber is low in calories and safe for dogs.

Cooked sweet potato is a good source of fiber for dogs.

Plain cooked rice is easy to digest and is often used for upset stomachs.

Plain yogurt is safe for most dogs and contains less lactose than milk.

Cooked chicken is a lean protein dogs digest well.

Cooked shrimp is a lean treat for dogs.

Corn kernels are safe for dogs in small amounts.

Plain, air-popped popcorn is fine for dogs in small amounts.

Plain green beans are a low-calorie snack for dogs.

Plain cooked pumpkin is high in fiber and often used to help with mild diarrhea or constipation.

Fresh pineapple is safe for dogs in small amounts.

Orange flesh is safe for dogs in small amounts.

Honey is safe for dogs in very small amounts, though it is mostly sugar.