Vet-sourced food guides
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Last reviewed 13 August 2026Choose a food
These guides support quick decisions but cannot calculate a safe dose or replace a veterinary professional. If poisoning or an obstruction is possible, contact a veterinarian or emergency clinic immediately.
Dog food guides
Yes — the fresh flesh can be a small treat.
Small treatBananaYes — a few small pieces for a healthy dog.
Small treatBlueberriesYes — washed and in small amounts.
Small treatCarrotsYes — plain, raw or cooked, in bite-size pieces.
Small treatCucumberYes — plain, washed pieces can be a light treat.
Small treatGreen beansYes — raw or cooked, but always plain.
Small treatSeedless watermelonYes — only the seedless flesh, in small pieces.
Small treatZucchiniYes — plain and cut into small pieces.
Small treatCooked eggYes — fully cooked and plain.
Small treatLean cooked meatYes — a small amount, fully cooked and plain.
Small treatPumpkin or sweet potatoYes — cooked and plain in a small amount.
Check firstPeanut butterOnly after checking the label — it must be xylitol-free.
Check firstCheese and dairyA tiny amount may be tolerated, but dairy often causes digestive upset.
Check firstCornPlain kernels can be digestible; the cob is never safe.
Check firstTomatoAvoid green tomatoes and every leaf or stem.
Check firstCitrusA little flesh is unlikely to cause more than stomach upset; skip the rest.
Check firstCoconutSmall amounts are not usually serious, but can upset the stomach.
Check firstAvocadoBest skipped — especially the pit, skin and leaves.
AvoidGrapes, raisins and currantsNo — treat any ingestion as urgent.
AvoidXylitol / birch sugarNo — this is a veterinary emergency.
AvoidChocolate, cocoa and caffeineNo — contact a veterinarian promptly after exposure.
AvoidOnion, garlic, chives and leeksNo — raw, cooked and powdered forms can all be harmful.
AvoidAlcohol and raw yeast doughNo — both require urgent veterinary advice.
AvoidMacadamia nutsNo — macadamias are toxic to dogs.
AvoidBones, antlers and hoovesAvoid — raw and cooked bones can both injure or obstruct.
AvoidCorn cobs, fruit pits and hard rindsDo not let your dog chew or swallow them.
AvoidRaw meat and raw eggsAvoid — fully cook meat and eggs before sharing.
AvoidWild mushrooms and moldy foodNo — identification and toxicity are too uncertain.
Small treatBroccoliYes — a few plain florets can be a small treat.
Small treatCeleryYes — washed, plain and cut into small pieces.
Small treatPeasYes — a spoonful of plain peas is usually suitable.
Small treatStrawberriesYes — a few small pieces for a healthy dog.
Small treatMangoYes — only a little ripe flesh, with the stone removed.
Small treatPearYes — fresh flesh can be an occasional small treat.
Small treatPineappleYes — a small piece of fresh flesh only.
Small treatKiwiYes — a peeled, bite-size piece is enough.
Small treatCauliflowerYes — plain florets in a small portion.
Check firstPotatoOnly fully cooked, plain potato — never raw, green or sprouting.
Small treatAir-popped popcornYes — a few fully popped, completely plain pieces.
Small treatPlain chickpeas or black beansYes — a small spoonful, boiled or steamed without salt.
Cat food guides
Yes — this is the best everyday treat choice.
Small treatCooked boneless chickenYes — a tiny amount, fully cooked and plain.
Small treatCooked boneless turkeyYes — a small plain piece can be an occasional treat.
Check firstCooked boneless fishOnly a few plain, fully cooked, boneless pieces.
Small treatCarrotsYes — a tiny, soft, plain piece if your cat wants it.
Small treatPeasYes — a few plain peas may be offered occasionally.
Check firstCorn kernelsA few plain kernels may be tolerated; never give the cob.
Small treatBroccoliYes — one or two soft, plain pieces if your cat is interested.
Check firstSpinachA tiny plain amount may be okay, but ask your vet if your cat has urinary or kidney problems.
Check firstTuna for peopleA tiny amount is unlikely to harm, but it should not be a regular meal.
AvoidChocolate, cocoa and caffeineNo — contact a veterinary professional after exposure.
AvoidOnion, garlic, chives and leeksNo — fresh, cooked and powdered forms are all unsafe.
AvoidGrapes, raisins and currantsNo — contact your vet if your cat eats any.
AvoidAlcoholNo — alcohol exposure needs urgent veterinary advice.
AvoidAvocadoBest avoided — the stone is also a choking and blockage hazard.
AvoidRaw meat, fish and eggsAvoid — use fully cooked food only.
AvoidBonesNo — cooked and raw bones can both injure or obstruct.
AvoidMilk, cheese and dairySkip it — many adult cats cannot digest lactose properly.
AvoidNutsDo not offer nuts to cats.
AvoidRaw yeast doughNo — rising dough is an emergency.
AvoidFatty, salty or seasoned leftoversNo — ingredients and seasoning make leftovers unpredictable.
Small treatCooked eggYes — a tiny amount, fully cooked and completely plain.
Small treatZucchiniYes — one or two tiny, plain pieces if your cat likes it.
Small treatGreen beansYes — a few soft, plain pieces can be an occasional treat.
Small treatAppleYes — one tiny piece of fresh flesh only.
Small treatBlueberriesYes — one or two washed berries are enough.
Small treatStrawberriesYes — a very small piece, washed and plain.
Small treatRaspberriesYes — one washed berry can be an occasional extra.
Small treatSeedless watermelonYes — one small piece of seedless flesh only.
Small treatBananaYes — a tiny piece of peeled fruit is enough.
Small treatHoneydew melonYes — a tiny piece of ripe flesh may be offered occasionally.
Small treatCauliflowerYes — a tiny plain floret if your cat is interested.
Small treatPlain chickpeasYes — one or two soft, plain chickpeas may be tried.
Small treatPlain black beansYes — one or two soft, unsalted beans can be an occasional extra.
Small treatAir-popped popcornYes — one or two fully popped, completely plain pieces.
Small treatLean cooked beef or porkYes — a tiny, fully cooked, boneless and unseasoned piece.
Small treatCat grassYes — cat-safe grass can be made available for nibbling.
Check firstPlain cooked pasta or riceOnly a tiny, fully cooked, plain amount — it is not a useful meal for a cat.
Check firstPlain cooked sweet potatoOnly a teaspoon-sized amount, cooked soft and plain.
Check firstCitrus fruit and peelBest skipped — peel, seeds, leaves and concentrated oils pose the greater risk.