Is it safe for my dog or cat? The vets' answer
Foods, plants and household things that are dangerous for dogs and cats, what to do if your pet ate one, and the rules for travelling with a pet, taken from veterinary charities and governments.
Dogs
Can dogs eat grapes? No, nor raisins or sultanas
Grapes, raisins, sultanas and currants can cause kidney failure in dogs, even in small amounts. What the signs are and why to call a vet at once.
DogsChocolate poisoning in dogs: signs and what to do
Chocolate contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs. Cocoa powder and dark chocolate are the most dangerous. The signs, and why to call a vet straight away.
DogsXylitol and dogs: the sweetener that can kill
Xylitol, a sweetener in sugar-free gum, sweets and some peanut butters, can crash a dog's blood sugar and damage the liver. Signs and what to do now.
Cats
Are lilies poisonous to cats? Pollen, leaves, vase water
Every part of a true lily or day lily is poisonous to cats, including pollen and vase water, and can cause kidney failure. Call a vet at once.
CatsOnions and garlic for cats: toxic even when cooked
Onions, garlic, leeks and chives are toxic to cats, cooked or dried, and can cause anaemia days later. The signs, and why to call a vet straight away.