Pet safety hub

Is it safe for my pet?

Search common foods and plants. If you think your pet has eaten something toxic, call your vet straight away — don't wait for symptoms.

• Chocolate

  Toxic

  Food

  Contains theobromine. Vomiting, racing heart, tremors. Dark chocolate is worst.

• Grapes & raisins

  Toxic

  Food

  Can cause kidney failure in dogs, even in small amounts.

• Onions & garlic

  Toxic

  Food

  Damage red blood cells in dogs and cats. Includes powders and gravies.

• Xylitol (sweetener)

  Toxic

  Food

  Found in sugar-free gum and some peanut butters. Rapid sugar crash in dogs.

• Macadamia nuts

  Toxic

  Food

  Weakness, wobbliness and high temperature in dogs.

• Peanut butter

  Caution

  Food

  Fine in small amounts if it has no xylitol — always check the label.

• Cheese

  Caution

  Food

  Small treats only; many pets struggle with dairy.

• Cooked bones

  Toxic

  Food

  Splinter easily and can damage the gut.

• Carrots

  Safe

  Food

  A crunchy, low-calorie treat for dogs.

• Blueberries

  Safe

  Food

  A healthy small treat for dogs.

• Plain cooked chicken

  Safe

  Food

  Unseasoned and boneless — great for both dogs and cats.

• Lilies

  Toxic

  Plant

  Extremely dangerous for cats — even pollen or vase water can cause kidney failure.

• Daffodils

  Toxic

  Plant

  Bulbs especially. Sickness, drooling and tummy pain.

• Conkers & acorns

  Toxic

  Plant

  Common on autumn walks around the Stray. Sickness and blockages.

• Ivy

  Caution

  Plant

  Can cause drooling, sickness and skin irritation.

• Spider plant

  Safe

  Plant

  A pet-friendly houseplant.

• Christmas poinsettia

  Caution

  Plant

  Mild tummy upset and drooling rather than serious poisoning.