Peanut butter made just for pets. They’ll feel special.

Human Peanut Butter

Many types of peanut butter (and other foods) contain Xylitol, which can cause insulin release and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in most species, which can lead to liver failure. Initial signs of toxicosis include vomiting, lethargy and loss of coordination. Signs can progress to seizures and elevated liver enzymes and liver failure can be seen within a few days.

Healthy sweet treats.

Grapes and Raisins

While healthy for humans, these fruits can cause kidney failure in pets. Not much is known about why this happens, but it’s best to avoid feeding grapes and raisins to dogs.

Equally crunchy, minus the toxicity.

Nuts

Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, depression, vomiting, tremors and hyperthermia in dogs. Signs usually appear within 12 hours of ingestion and can last approximately 24 to 48 hours.

While most other nuts, including almonds, pecans, and cashews, are ok in small amounts, they do contain high amounts of oils and fats. The fats can cause vomiting, diarrhea and potentially pancreatitis in pets.

Drinks for pets.

Caffeine Drinks or Alcohol

Chocolate, coffee and caffeine products all contain substances called methylxanthines. These can cause vomiting and diarrhea, panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures and even death in pets.

Alcoholic beverages and food products containing alcohol can cause vomiting, diarrhea, decreased coordination, central nervous system depression, difficulty breathing, tremors, abnormal blood acidity, coma and even death. Under no circumstances should your pet be given any alcohol.

If you suspect that your pet has ingested alcohol, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately.

Food they'll love.

Some even have vegetables.

Many canned foods contain vegetables such as pumpkin, carrot, greens and more.

Onions, Garlic, Chives

Kind of surprising, right? These vegetables can
can cause gastrointestinal irritation and could lead to red blood cell damage and anemia in pets. They are usually accidentally fed when pets get a taste of our soups, stews, sauces, casseroles and other dishes that may be seasoned or garnished with them.

Raw food, made specially for pets.

Raw pet food can balance your pet’s nutritional need and is created under strict safety standards. The best brands have thoughtfully sourced proteins (no hormones or antibiotics), high standards for handling raw meat and species appropriate recipes for cats and dogs.

Our favorite raw brands include:

Raw & Undercooked Meat, Meant for Humans

The meat you purchase for you and your family at the grocery store is intended to be cooked as it may contain bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli.

Raw meat and raw eggs can contain bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli. Raw egg whites also contain an enzyme called avidin that decreases the absorption of biotin (a B vitamin), which can lead to nutritional deficiencies. Egg whites should be cooked before feeding.

Pet food companies have multiple levels of safety procedures and checks in place to avoid bacteria reaching your home. Unlike human food, pet food has a zero-tolerance policy for pathogens in raw food.

Cat-Friendly Toys & Treats.

Keep your cat too busy to notice the plant.

Your pet could also be craving greens.

House Plants

Look but don’t touch. Many plant species are toxic to pets. This includes leaves, flowers, roots and even pollen. Check out a more comprehensive list.

Goat milk and cultured cow milk have similar flavors without the tummy troubles. Try these pet-friendly options

Milk

Because pets can’t easily break down lactose, regular cow milk and many dairy-based products can cause an upset stomach. Flavored dairy products may too much sugar for pets to eat safely.