Can they eat it? / Onions, garlic, leeks and chives

Can dogs and cats eat onions, garlic, leeks and chives?

Q: Can dogs eat onions, garlic, leeks and chives?

Toxic. No, raw, cooked or powdered. Cats are even more sensitive than dogs.

Q: Can cats eat onions, garlic, leeks and chives?

Toxic. They damage red blood cells. Watch for onion or garlic powder in gravy, stock, baby food and takeaways.

Dogs

Toxic

Cats

Toxic

No, raw, cooked or powdered. Cats are even more sensitive than dogs.

They damage red blood cells. Watch for onion or garlic powder in gravy, stock, baby food and takeaways.

What to watch for

Weakness, pale gums, red or brown urine, often a few days after eating.

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.

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