Check whether human food, cats or dogs can eat it.
Type the name of the food to check if cats or dogs can eat it. Covers 71 items including popular Thai fruits. Refer to guidelines from the ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline.
| food | cat | dog | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate / Cocoa Chocolate and cocoa |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Strictly forbidden to give to both dogs and cats. The darker the chocolate or the richer the cocoa, the more dangerous it is. Confectionery and bakery items that contain cocoa are also counted. |
| Grapes and Raisins Grapes and raisins |
Don't know | Do not eat | Dogs eating just a few are at risk of kidney failure. Both fresh grapes, raisins and desserts mixed with raisins are prohibited. As for cats, the main sources still only report dogs. But it should be considered prohibited as well. |
| Onion / Shallot Onion and shallot |
Do not eat | Do not eat | All types of onions destroy red blood cells, causing anemia. Cats are more sensitive to the poison than dogs, and whether raw, cooked or powdered, it is still poisonous. Food that is stir-fried with onions should not be shared. |
| Garlic Garlic |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Poison from the same group as onions causes red blood cells to break down Cats are especially sensitive. Garlic powder in condiments and fermented foods is also dangerous. Do not feed food cooked with garlic. |
| Xylitol Xylitol |
Don't know | Do not eat | Very dangerous for dogs Found in many brands of chewing gum, candy, toothpaste, and sugar-free snacks. As for cats, the main source of information is not yet specified. But sugar-free desserts shouldn't be given anyway. |
| alcoholic beverages Alcohol |
Do not eat | Do not eat | All types are prohibited. Including liquor and fermented snacks. The animal is much smaller than a person. Even a small amount can be dangerous. |
| Coffee/Caffeine Coffee and caffeine |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Dogs and cats are more sensitive to caffeine than people. Licking coffee or tea once or twice is usually fine, but coffee grounds, coffee beans, tea bags, or caffeine pills are very dangerous. |
| macadamia nuts Macadamia nuts |
Don't know | Do not eat | If a dog eats it, its hind legs become weak, tremble, and feel hot. Most get better in 1-3 days but should be under the care of a doctor. The oil in nuts also risks pancreatitis. In cats, there have been no reports. |
| avocado Avocado |
Be careful | Be careful | Avocado pulp is not directly toxic to dogs and cats. Persin is dangerous to birds, rabbits, and ungulates, but its high fat content can cause diarrhea. Just give a small piece. And do not give seeds and shells because they risk intestinal blockage. |
| Raw dough (contains yeast) Raw yeast dough |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Raw, unbaked dough will swell in the stomach causing bloating or twisting. And the yeast also ferments into alcohol and is absorbed into the blood. Dangerous to the lives of both dogs and cats. |
| Boiled/fried bones Cooked bones |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Heat-treated bones become brittle and shatter into sharp points. Can pierce the esophagus or penetrate the intestines. Chicken bones from chicken rice or fried chicken are common cases. Do not give it to both dogs and cats. |
| Very salty snacks / fermented foods Salt-heavy snacks |
Be careful | Be careful | French fries, salted fish, sun-dried pork, and pickled foods are too high in sodium for dogs and cats. It's usually okay to accidentally eat two pieces. But don't make it a habit. A large amount of salt can kill you. |
| watermelon Watermelon |
edible | edible | Let the red meat be cut into small pieces. Soaked in water in the hot summer But remove the seeds first and avoid the shells. |
| pineapple Pineapple |
edible | edible | Cooked meat can be cut into small pieces as a snack, but it's high in sugar. Don't give it often, and don't give it the core or peel. |
| Banana Banana |
edible | edible | Safe for both dogs and cats You can cut it into small pieces as a snack, but it is very sweet and should be avoided by obese or diabetic animals. |
| Oranges and citrus fruits Orange and citrus |
Be careful | Be careful | The flesh of a few orange petals only slightly irritates the stomach, but the peel, pips, and oil of the orange rind irritate the digestive tract. Most cats don't like the smell of citrus, so don't force them. |
| Coconut / coconut milk Coconut and coconut milk |
Be careful | Be careful | Coconut meat and small amounts of coconut milk are not dangerous. But the oil in fresh coconuts and coconut milk causes diarrhea easily. Seasoning of coconut milk curry should not be given because it contains onions, garlic and curry spices. |
| Eggs (raw/cooked) Egg, raw vs cooked |
Be careful | Be careful | Unflavored, hard-boiled eggs are a good source of protein for both dogs and cats. Raw eggs are at risk of salmonella. And raw egg whites contain avidin, which blocks biotin absorption. Give only cooked eggs. |
| cow's milk Cow's milk |
Be careful | Be careful | Most adult dogs and cats cannot digest lactose. If you drink cow's milk you often get diarrhea. Adult cats do not need to drink milk at all. If you do, use pet formula milk instead. |
| Cheese Cheese |
Be careful | Be careful | Get it into small pieces every once in a while. It works well to hide medicine. But it's high in fat and salt. Animals that have had pancreatitis or are on a diet should not be given this. |
| Raw fish/sashimi Raw fish and sashimi |
Be careful | Be careful | Raw fish contains the enzyme thiamine, which destroys vitamin B1. Cats that eat it regularly may be so deficient in the vitamin that they may have convulsions. and also risk parasites and bacteria Heat can destroy this enzyme. Therefore, only cooked fish should be given. |
| Grilled pork/seasoned beef Seasoned grilled meat |
Be careful | Be careful | Grilled pork, grilled chicken, and other seasoned foods are marinated in onions, garlic, and very salty fat. Risk of both hematopoietic toxicity and pancreatitis. If you want to share it, it must be all cooked meat, not marinated, not dipped in dipping sauce. And watch out for the skewers. |
| Liver Liver |
Be careful | Be careful | Small pieces of cooked liver are a useful snack. But if given in large amounts or for several weeks in a row, the vitamin A will be in excess until the bones are deformed. Cats are more sensitive to this condition than dogs. and avoid raw liver |
| corn Corn |
Be careful | Be careful | Corn kernels can be boiled. Easily digested by both dogs and cats. But do not allow them to chew the entire pod. Corn cores can cause intestinal blockages that require surgery. |
| Carrot Carrot |
edible | edible | Available both raw and boiled. Cut into small pieces so they don't stick in your throat. Boiled soft, it will be easier to digest. It's a great low-calorie snack for both dogs and cats. |
| Pumpkin Pumpkin |
edible | edible | Unseasoned boiled or steamed pumpkin is good for the digestive system of both dogs and cats. Do not give candied or pumpkin candy mixed with sugar and spices. Avoid hard shells and raw seeds. |
| cucumber Cucumber |
edible | edible | Low in calories, moist, washed and cut into thin slices to make a snack for both dogs and cats. |
| Apple Apple |
Be careful | Be careful | The apple pulp is cut into pieces and can be eaten by both dogs and cats. But the guts, seeds, and stalks must be scooped out every time because the seeds, stalks, and leaves contain cyanide. |
| Strawberry Strawberry |
edible | edible | Not toxic to both dogs and cats. Wash clean and cut into small pieces to use as snacks. But there's a fair amount of sugar. Therefore give only small amounts occasionally, no more than 10% of calories per day. |
| blueberry Blueberry |
edible | edible | Non-toxic, suitable for both dogs and cats. Rich in antioxidants Can be used as a small snack. Cats can give 2-3 tablets at a time. |
| cherry Cherry |
Be careful | Be careful | The ripe flesh surrounding the seeds is not poisonous, but the seeds, stems, and leaves contain cyanide. If the seeds are chewed and broken, they release cyanide. And the seeds also risk getting stuck in the throat or blocking the intestines. You should scoop out the seeds first. |
| Peach / Peach Peach |
Be careful | Be careful | The cooked flesh is slightly edible, but the seeds (pits), stems, and leaves contain cyanide. Seeds also pose a risk of intestinal blockage. The seeds must always be scooped out first. |
| Cantaloupe / Melon Cantaloupe / Melon |
edible | edible | Cantaloupe pulp makes a great snack for both dogs and cats. It's moist but high in sugar. So give it in moderation. Especially animals that are obese or diabetic. The skin must be peeled and the seeds removed. Do not lick the outer shell as it may contain germs. |
| Broccoli Broccoli |
Be careful | Be careful | given in small quantities Boiled or steamed without seasoning. Broccoli flowers contain substances isothiocyanates that can irritate the stomach It should be no more than 10% of the daily diet. Cut into small pieces so they don't stick in your throat. |
| lettuce Lettuce |
edible | edible | It is non-toxic, a liquid vegetable, low in calories and can be used as a snack for both dogs and cats. Wash clean and cut into small pieces. Not much nutritional value |
| Long beans / Green beans Green beans / Yardlong beans |
edible | edible | It's non-toxic, low in calories and a great snack. Available both fresh and boiled. No salt or seasoning added. Cut into small pieces so they don't stick in your throat. |
| mint Mint |
Be careful | Be careful | Peppermint/Mint (Mentha) has essential oils. 1-2 leaves are usually not a problem. But if you eat a lot it will cause vomiting and diarrhea. Be careful of the pennyroyal variety, which is highly poisonous. And avoid strong mint essential oils. |
| Chives / Leek Chives |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Strictly forbidden. Chives are in the onion and garlic (allium) family. They contain N-propyl disulfide that causes red blood cells to break down and cause anemia. Cats are especially sensitive. Both fresh and cooked are dangerous. Including menus that contain chives, such as chive dessert. |
| Tea/Green Tea Tea / Green tea |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Tea contains caffeine, which dogs and cats are much more sensitive to than humans. One or two licks usually aren't toxic. But tea bags or concentrated tea leaves are dangerous. Pets should not be allowed to drink any type of tea, including iced tea or milk tea. |
| energy drinks Energy drinks |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Strictly forbidden. Energy drinks are high in caffeine and often high in taurine and sugar. Dogs and cats are very sensitive to caffeine. Even small amounts can be highly toxic. |
| Boiled chicken / unseasoned grilled chicken Plain cooked chicken |
edible | edible | Boiled or grilled chicken meat without marinade, without salt, suitable for both dogs and cats. It's a protein that veterinarians even use in soft food formulas. But all the bones and skin must be removed. Cooked chicken bones break into splinters. Can cut throat and intestines |
| Boiled Pork Plain cooked pork |
edible | edible | Boiled pork without seasoning. Choose the whole meat part, like the tenderloin. Parts that have a lot of fat, such as pork belly, are eaten frequently and are at risk of pancreatitis. And do not give raw or undercooked pork because of the risk of bacteria and parasites. |
| Boiled beef Plain cooked beef |
edible | edible | Unseasoned, cooked beef is a good quality protein for both dogs and cats. Choose a lean portion. Avoid grilled meat with spicy dip or meat marinated in sauces because the condiments often include garlic, onion, and salt. |
| Raw meat (pork, chicken, cow) Raw meat |
Be careful | Be careful | Raw meat risks salmonella and E. coli. Examination of ready-to-eat raw food found pathogens in nearly one-quarter of the samples, and animals that eat raw meat can also spread the disease through saliva and feces to people in the household. Especially in homes with children or sick people. |
| Sausage, ham, bacon, pork sausage Processed meats (sausage, ham, bacon) |
Be careful | Be careful | This group is both salty and oily. High fat content like bacon or ham can cause pancreatitis. which is life-threatening Some recipes like sausage and pork sausage also include garlic or pepper. Eating two pieces as a snack may not be a problem. But it shouldn't be given regularly. |
| canned tuna Canned tuna |
Be careful | Be careful | Tuna in spring water or plain water is an occasional snack. But don't make it the main food. Canned tuna for humans does not contain added vitamin B1. Cats who eat it regularly are at risk of vitamin B1 deficiency and mercury accumulation. Avoid those in oil or seasoning. |
| Salmon Salmon |
edible | edible | Cooked, unseasoned salmon is suitable for both dogs and cats. But do not give raw salmon, especially to dogs, because raw salmon may contain flukes that carry the salmon poisoning disease, which is life-threatening in dogs. As for cats, they often eat raw fish. There is a risk of vitamin B1 deficiency. |
| Almond Almonds |
Be careful | Be careful | The ASPCA classifies almonds as a nut that is high in fat and oil. If you eat it you can vomit and have diarrhea and risk pancreatitis. Whole hard pellets also pose a risk of getting stuck in the esophagus or blocking the intestines in small breed dogs and cats. Baked with salt or coated with extra flavor should not be given. |
| walnuts Walnuts |
Be careful | Be careful | Walnuts are a high-fat nut listed by the ASPCA. Eating them can cause stomach upset and increase the risk of pancreatitis. Even more dangerous are old or moldy walnuts. This may contain mycotoxins that can cause tremors and convulsions. Especially in dogs Don't give it at all, it's the safest. |
| steamed rice Cooked white rice |
edible | edible | Cooked rice is safe to eat. It has long been a component of mild food recipes for diarrhea. But it's just powder. It's not a nutrient that animals really need. Especially cats that are carnivores. Do not mix rice with people's seasoned rice. Because the danger is the seasoning, not the rice. |
| fried chicken Fried chicken |
Be careful | Be careful | Different from boiled chicken Fried chicken coated in seasoned flour and oil. Fried food that is heavily oily like this risks pancreatitis, which can be life-threatening. Flours and marinades often contain garlic and spices. Plus brittle fried chicken bones Broken into splinters in the digestive tract |
| butter Butter |
Be careful | Be careful | Butter is almost entirely fat. Pet Poison Helpline places butter in a group of fatty foods that can cause pancreatitis, especially in dogs. Just a little licking is okay. But if you secretly eat a whole loaf of butter or a lot of buttered bread, it's considered risky. People shouldn't share baked goods with butter on a regular basis. |
| ice cream Ice cream |
Be careful | Be careful | Ice cream is high in both milk and sugar. Animals that cannot digest lactose easily get diarrhea. A little licking, plain vanilla flavor is usually fine. But the flavor is chocolate, coffee, green tea, or macadamia nuts. It is directly toxic and sugar-free. You must check that it does not contain xylitol. |
| peanut butter Peanut butter |
Be careful | Be careful | Peanut butter recipe with whole nuts or nuts and a little salt. Let it be licked gradually as a reward. But you must read the label every time. This is because some brands of sugar-free peanut butter use xylitol. This causes blood sugar to plummet and liver failure even in small amounts. And peanut butter is also high in fat. Give it often and you'll get fat. |
| Tomato Tomato |
Be careful | Be careful | The ripe red fruit is edible. The ASPCA states that the ripe fruit is not poisonous. into small pieces from time to time But the raw green fruits, leaves and stems contain solanine which is toxic to both dogs and cats. Any home that grows tomatoes must prevent animals from gnawing on the plants. |
| Mushrooms Mushroom |
Be careful | Be careful | Edible mushrooms for sale such as straw mushrooms and fairy mushrooms are cooked without seasoning. You can taste a little. But wild mushrooms or mushrooms that grow naturally in your lawn are a different matter. Some species are deadly. The Pet Poison Helpline recommends always treating mushrooms picked by animals as poisonous until the species can be identified. |
| starfruit Star fruit (carambola) |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Star fruit contains soluble oxalate, which binds to calcium in the blood causing acute low calcium levels. and may cause acute kidney failure Especially animals with pre-existing kidney dysfunction. Sweet star fruit has less oxalate than sour star fruit, but the Pet Poison Helpline recommends caution with all varieties and all parts of the fruit. |
| nutmeg Nutmeg |
Be careful | Be careful | Nutmeg contains myristicin. Small amounts of it that are added to seasoned foods or baked goods usually do not cause serious toxic effects. Maybe just a little diarrhea. But if a pet secretly eats a large amount of nutmeg directly (Pet Poison Helpline specifies more than 1 teaspoon of powder or 2-3 whole nutmeg balls), it can be toxic to the nervous system. Symptoms last up to 48 hours. |
| table salt Table Salt |
Be careful | Be careful | The small amounts of salt that are commonly found in food are not harmful. But if the pet eats a large amount of salt, such as secretly eating salt cubes, very salty food, or dough mixed with salt, It will cause the sodium in the blood to be too high. Risk of brain swelling and possibly death. |
| Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate powder) Baking Soda |
Be careful | Be careful | Baking soda is high in sodium. If you eat a little bit of candy or flour, it's usually okay. But if you eat a large amount of baking soda powder, such as secretly eating it from a box There is a risk of sodium poisoning in the same way as eating too much salt. |
| Paracetamol (human fever and pain reliever) Paracetamol / Acetaminophen |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Paracetamol is especially toxic to cats. This is because cats lack the enzyme used to eliminate this type of drug. Even a single adult-sized pill can cause death in a cat if not treated immediately. Dogs are more resistant to the poison but can also be harmful to the liver if they receive high doses. |
| Ibuprofen (human NSAID pain reliever) Ibuprofen |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Ibuprofen is one of the most common drugs that poison pets, according to the ASPCA Pet Poison Center, because it has a very narrow safe range. Cats are approximately twice as sensitive to this poison than dogs. It can cause stomach ulcers and acute kidney failure. |
| Cinnamon Cinnamon |
Be careful | Be careful | The ASPCA classifies cinnamon as a non-toxic plant. Eating a small amount sticking to normal food shouldn't be a problem. But if you get a large amount, such as one teaspoon or more of cinnamon powder. May irritate the mouth and stomach. Cats do not digest the substances in cinnamon as well as dogs, so avoid large amounts. Concentrated cinnamon essential oil is much more dangerous than cinnamon powder. |
| Lemongrass Lemongrass |
Be careful | Be careful | The ASPCA classifies lemongrass as a plant that is toxic to dogs and cats. Because it contains essential oils and cyanogenic glycosides. If eaten in large quantities, fresh leaves may cause vomiting and lethargy. However, using lemongrass as a seasoning in food in small quantities usually does not cause problems. |
| Plum Plum |
Be careful | Be careful | Small amounts of ripe plum pulp are not a major problem, but plum stems, leaves, and seeds contain cyanide. The ASPCA has classified plums as poisonous to dogs, cats, and horses. Plum seeds are also hard and can get stuck in the throat or block the intestines. |
| Moldy or spoiled food in the trash Moldy Food / Garbage |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Moldy food, such as moldy bread, moldy beans, or rotting items in the trash. May contain fungal toxins (mycotoxin) that have severe effects on the brain. It can cause tremors and convulsions within a short time after eating. |
| human toothpaste Human Toothpaste |
Be careful | Be careful | Human toothpaste contains fluoride, which is toxic to pets if accumulated or in large quantities. And some formulas also contain xylitol, which is especially toxic to dogs. Only use toothpaste produced specifically for pets. |
| Rat poison (anticoagulant rodenticide) Rat Poison (Anticoagulant Rodenticide) |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Rat poison, an anticoagulant, reduces vitamin K in the body. This causes the blood to not clot and cause internal bleeding throughout the body. Symptoms usually do not appear immediately but begin to appear 1-5 days after consumption. |
| Salted fish / Salted sunfish Salted dried fish |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Salted fish and salted sunfish are very high in sodium. Eating large amounts of salt/sodium can cause sodium poisoning in both cats and dogs. Cats are more sensitive to sodium than you think. Even just a few tens of milligrams a day can be harmful, according to the Pet Poison Helpline, which lists direct salt sources to be careful of, such as fish canned in brine or seawater. which is comparable to Thai salted fish |
| salted eggs Salted duck egg |
Do not eat | Do not eat | Salted eggs go through a process of pickling in concentrated salt water for a long time. Resulting in a very high sodium content (This is comparable to salted fish and processed seafood.) Eating large amounts of salt/sodium can cause sodium poisoning in both cats and dogs, according to the Pet Poison Helpline, which lists salt sources to be careful of, such as table salt, brine, and pickled foods. |
| lemon Lime |
Be careful | Be careful | Lemon pulp can be eaten in small quantities. But the bark and other parts of the tree contain essential oils and psoralens, which are toxic to both cats and dogs, according to the ASPCA, which classifies lemons (Citrus aurantifolia) as toxic to pets. Thai people use squeezed lime as an ingredient in almost every meal (somtam, tom yum), so be careful not to allow pets to lick the peel or concentrated lime juice. |
Information from the ASPCA, Pet Poison Helpline, and international veterinary sources. (Last checked 2026-07-03) Used for preliminary decision making only — if your pet has eaten something dangerous, contact us.Animal clinic 24 hrs.immediately