Can they eat it? / Garlic
Can dogs and cats eat garlic?
Dogs
ToxicCats
ToxicNo, including garlic powder and 'garlic for fleas' remedies.
Garlic is several times more concentrated than onion. Garlic bread, hummus, stock cubes and many sauces count. Cats are more sensitive than dogs.
What to watch for
Weakness, pale gums, fast breathing, dark urine; can appear after a few days.
If they ate it
Call your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435 now, with the product, the amount and your pet's weight. Do not make them vomit unless a vet tells you to.
Toxic for dogs means: do not give it; if they ate it, call your vet or a poison line.
General information from veterinary guidance, not a diagnosis. If you are worried, call your vet or a pet poison line: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435. Charges may apply.