Safe when cooked. Raw can cause gas and is hard to digest. Contains goitrogens in large amounts.
Dogs
Use caution
Cats
Use caution
Risk level
Caution
Symptoms
Gas, bloating if raw or large amounts
What to do now
Cook before feeding. Small amounts as occasional treat.
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Gas, bloating if raw or large amounts
Cook before feeding. Small amounts as occasional treat.
Cherry pits, stems, and leaves contain cyanide. The flesh itself is not toxic but can cause digestive upset.
Carrots are a healthy, low-calorie snack. Crunchy texture helps clean teeth.
All members of the allium family (onions, garlic, shallots, chives, leeks) are toxic. They damage red blood cells and can cause anemia.
Broccoli is safe in small amounts. Contains isothiocyanates which can cause gastric irritation in large amounts.
Wild mushrooms can be highly toxic. Store-bought mushrooms are generally safe, but wild ones should always be avoided.
Spinach contains oxalates which can cause kidney issues in large amounts.