Food safety

Can your pet eat this? Ask and be sure.

Chocolate, grapes, onion, xylitol… Some everyday foods are dangerous for pets. Message Petly and get an instant traffic-light answer.

Quick guide: what is safe and what is not?

When you are unsure, treat the food as dangerous and consult a veterinarian. For food-by-food answers with risks and symptoms, see the full food safety guide.

Dangerous — do not give

Even a small amount may be harmful.

Use caution

Risk depends on the amount and situation; generally not recommended.

Generally safe

When plain, portioned, and offered as a treat.

What should you do if your pet ate something harmful?

  1. 1Stay calm, but take it seriously. Identify what, how much, and when your pet ate.
  2. 2Call your veterinarian immediately; ask Petly to find an emergency clinic if needed.
  3. 3Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinarian tells you to.
  4. 4Take the packaging or ingredient list with you.
  5. 5Share your pet's weight and any symptoms with the veterinarian.

Ask about any food in seconds.

  1. Write the food name or send a photo

    Ask Petly on WhatsApp—for example, “Can my dog eat chocolate?”—or send a product photo.

  2. Describe your pet

    Share the species, approximate weight, amount eaten, and any medical considerations.

  3. Get a traffic-light answer

    Petly provides an immediate explanation: 🔴 dangerous, 🟠 use caution, or 🟢 generally safe.

  4. Contact a veterinarian when needed

    If your pet has eaten something risky, Petly directs you to a veterinarian without waiting for symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Common food-safety questions. Your veterinarian makes the final decision.

Can dogs eat chocolate?

No. Theobromine in chocolate is toxic to dogs, and dark or high-cocoa chocolate is especially dangerous. Call your veterinarian immediately with the type, amount, and your dog's weight.

Which foods are unsafe for cats?

Onion and garlic, chocolate, grapes and raisins, alcohol, caffeine, and xylitol are dangerous. Many cats also cannot digest lactose well.

My dog ate grapes or raisins. Is it dangerous?

Yes. Even a small amount may cause kidney damage in dogs, and no safe threshold is known. Contact a veterinarian immediately.

Does Petly diagnose my pet?

No. Petly provides general food-safety information and directs you to the right next step. Diagnosis and treatment belong to a veterinarian.

How much of a safe food can I give?

Even generally safe foods should be plain, portioned, and treated as an occasional reward. Introduce new foods gradually and watch for reactions.

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