Dog food safety
Can Dogs Eat Onions?
Toxic
No. Onions are not safe for dogs and should be treated as a call-the-vet food.
Tiny tastes add up fast. Use this as a safety check, then keep your dog's regular complete food as the main meal.
Call your vet now if needed
If your dog ate this, call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline with your dog's weight, the amount eaten, and the ingredient list.
How to serve it
- Do not intentionally feed it.
- Move the food out of reach and check whether your dog swallowed any.
- Save the package or ingredient list in case your vet needs it.
What to avoid
- Do not wait for symptoms before calling your veterinarian or pet poison control.
- Avoid all versions, including powders, extracts, baked-in pieces, and leftovers when relevant.
Watch for
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Refusing food
- Unusual tiredness
- Tremors, weakness, collapse, seizures, pale gums, or trouble breathing
Portion note
Treats and extras should stay small; if your dog has medical issues, ask your veterinarian first.