Can my dog eat that?
Fruit, vegetables, sides, eggs, fish and dairy from your kitchen: what can go in the bowl, how much of it, and how do you prepare it? Each page gives a clear answer, works out the amount for your dog's weight and names its sources.
In short
Of the 38 foods on this page, your dog can eat 12 freely, 23 only in moderation and 2 not at all. One is not toxic, but unnecessary. For everything that's allowed: no seasoning, seeds, stones and hard skins removed, new foods tried in small amounts first – and all snacks together no more than 10% of daily calories (WSAVA recommendation).
Yes
What your dog can eat (12)
Well suited – properly prepared and as a snack in a dog-friendly amount.
- YesFruit
Apple
Without the core, seeds and stalk, cut into slices or small pieces.See the answer - YesFruit
Blackberry
Washed, without stalks and in small amounts.See the answer - YesFruit
Blueberry
Fresh or frozen, washed and without sugar, in small amounts.See the answer - YesVegetables
Carrot
Raw or cooked, without salt, butter or seasoning, in small pieces; not carrot cake.See the answer - YesVegetables
Cauliflower
Raw or cooked, without butter, sauce or seasoning, in small pieces; leave out the stalk and leaves.See the answer - YesMeat
Chicken
Thoroughly cooked, without skin, bones or seasoning, as a small extra on top of the food.See the answer - YesVegetables
Courgette
Raw or cooked, without oil or seasoning; never feed courgettes that taste bitter.See the answer - YesVegetables
Cucumber
Raw in thin slices, unseasoned; not bitter-tasting cucumbers or pickled gherkins.See the answer - YesFruit
Pear
Ripe flesh without the core, seeds and stalk, cut into small pieces.See the answer - YesGrains & sides
Rice
Only cooked and without salt, stock or seasoning, as a small extra portion with the food.See the answer - YesFruit
Strawberry
Washed, without the leaves and stalk, and cut into small pieces.See the answer - YesFruit
Watermelon
Only the flesh, without the seeds or rind, in small cubes.See the answer
In moderation
Only in moderation (23)
Allowed, but with restrictions – small amounts, not every day, and certain parts left out.
- In moderationFruit
Banana
Peeled, sliced and, because of the sugar, only as a small snack.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Beetroot
Cooked or finely grated, unseasoned and not every day; nothing from a jar, no juice.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Bell pepper
Ripe bell peppers without seeds or stalk, cut small; never hot varieties.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Broccoli
Raw or cooked, unseasoned, only a few small pieces; chop stalks finely or leave them out.See the answer - In moderationFruit
Cherry
Only a few, without stones or stalks; stones, stalks and leaves are toxic.See the answer - In moderationGrains & sides
Couscous
Only cooked plain in water, without salt or seasoning; not if your dog has a wheat allergy.See the answer - In moderationDairy
Cream cheese
Plain only, without herbs, garlic or onions, and only a little because of fat and lactose.See the answer - In moderationOther
Egg
Only fully cooked, without salt or fat, and no more than once or twice a week.See the answer - In moderationFruit
Honeydew melon
Ripe flesh without seeds or rind, sparingly because of the sugar.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Kohlrabi
Peeled, unseasoned, ideally cooked or finely grated.See the answer - In moderationFruit
Nectarine
Only the flesh in small pieces; the stone must always come out.See the answer - In moderationGrains & sides
Oats
Plain and cooked in water, in small amounts and no more than twice a week.See the answer - In moderationGrains & sides
Pasta
Only cooked, without salt, oil or sauce, and only a small bite now and then.See the answer - In moderationFruit
Peach
Fresh flesh without the stone, stalk and leaves, in small pieces.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Peas
Fresh, frozen or cooked without salt; no tinned peas and no pea soup.See the answer - In moderationFruit
Pineapple
Fresh flesh only, without the skin, core and crown.See the answer - In moderationFruit
Plum
Only the flesh, stone removed, in small pieces; the stone is dangerous.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Potato
Only cooked and peeled; raw, green and sprouting potatoes contain solanine.See the answer - In moderationFruit
Raspberry
Fresh or frozen, without sugar and only a few berries a day.See the answer - In moderationGrains & sides
Rusk
Only plain rusks without chocolate or raisins, and rarely, because of the sugar and calories.See the answer - In moderationFish
Salmon
Only cooked through, boneless and unseasoned, no more than once a week.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Spinach
Cooked, chopped, unseasoned; with kidney problems or bladder stones, ask your vet first.See the answer - In moderationVegetables
Tomato
Only ripe, red tomatoes without any green; never unripe fruit or plant parts.See the answer
Not needed
Not needed (1)
Not toxic, but unnecessary – spices and very salty or fatty foods. There's no need to give them.
No
Don't feed (2)
Unsuitable or toxic for dogs. If your dog has eaten any, call your vet.
A to Z
All foods by category
Fruit (15)
Vegetables (12)
Meat (1)
Fish (1)
Dairy (1)
Method
How we arrive at the answers
- Backed by sources: every statement on toxicity, nutrients and amounts is based on the sources at the end of the page, including at least one veterinary source.
- Amounts: the calculator takes the smaller of two limits – no more than 10% of daily calories for all snacks (WSAVA) and a guide value per weight class, taken from the source or, where no figure is documented, marked as a cautious rule set by our editors. The daily requirement is the same as in the calorie calculator.
- Reviewed: every page shows its review date. Who is behind it is explained under Editorial team & methodology. The pages are no substitute for veterinary advice.
More on this topic
From the magazine and the calculators
A–Z food listMore than 60 foods at a glance – including grains, dairy and meat.Foods that are toxic to dogsWhat to do in an emergency and from what amount it becomes critical.Which fruit is healthy?The safe classics, stone fruit and the question of sugar.Which vegetables can my dog eat?What's fine raw, what needs cooking and what's off limits.Baking dog biscuits8 recipes with gram amounts and a biscuits-per-day calculator.Calorie calculatorYour dog's daily requirement – the basis for the treat allowance.
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