Dogs and cats are not small humans and not each other. Cats are obligate carnivores with different liver enzymes; dogs have their own unique sensitivities (macadamias, xylitol, hops). Every food in this reference carries a separate verdict per species — never a merged, averaged one.
"Apple" is safe and dangerous at the same time — flesh versus seeds. Our verdicts always state which form, which part, and which amount changes the answer.
PetFriendlyFoods is educational and reflects mainstream veterinary consensus. It is not veterinary advice, not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for your vet. Individual animals have individual conditions, allergies and histories. In any suspected poisoning, contact a veterinarian or poison hotline immediately — see our emergency guide.
From widely published veterinary toxicology consensus — the same lists maintained by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center and the Pet Poison Helpline, cross-checked against veterinary literature. Every entry is written species-by-species because dogs and cats genuinely differ.
No. It is an educational reference. Your veterinarian knows your pet; we do not. When in doubt — and always in an emergency — call a professional.
Because dose and form decide everything. An apple is safe; its seeds are not. Cooked chicken is safe; its cooked bones are a surgical emergency. The verdict card always tells you which part matters.
The reference grows weekly. Common foods first, long tail next — the search box will tell you honestly when we have not covered something yet.